When and how to see Saturn in all its glory

On September 21, the Sun, Earth, and Saturn will finally line up in a straight line.

At this moment, the gas giant will be as large and bright as possible, as Saturn will be closest to our planet.

Moreover, it will be completely illuminated by the sun's rays due to its position relative to the sun.

Astronomers point out that such an unusual spectacle can be enjoyed only once every 378 days.

Interestingly, when Saturn reaches opposition, the conditions for observing will be ideal. On September 21, the Moon will be in a new phase, so the moonlight will not threaten to obscure objects in the night sky.

Given the fact that the gas giant will be directly opposite the Sun, the planet will be visible throughout the night.

It is also important to give your eyes 15-30 minutes to adjust to the darkness before you begin observing.

The best way to see Saturn is through binoculars or a home telescope. This will allow you to see Saturn's stunning rings, which undergo a dramatic increase in brightness known as the Zeeliger effect.