Lugu Lake Without Cloud

Honorable mention in the 2023 IAU OAE Astrophotography Contest, category Still images with smartphones-mobile devices: Lugu Lake Without Cloud, by Liu Yang.

On the tranquil shores of Lugu Lake, the serene night sky hosts a mesmerising celestial panorama that is reflected in the calm waters below. This snapshot, taken in March 2023 in Yunnan, China, offers a breathtaking view of the galaxy's grandeur, with the Milky Way stretching majestically across the sky. The Galaxy is an intricate tapestry of stars, dust, and celestial wonders that weave a story across the canvas of the night sky. This harmonious fusion of land and sky captures a moment of tranquillity amidst patient stargazing, enhanced by a fortunate break in the cloud cover that allowed this captivating scene to unfold. The photograph receives an honourable mention in the category of Still images taken exclusively with smartphones/mobile devices.

Credit: Liu Yang/IAU OAE (CC BY 4.0)