How many stars can you see at night? If you live in a city, that number is likely pretty small. That's because modern-day lighting artificially illuminates the sky and conceals the stars from view in a phenomenon known as light pollution. To really get a feel for just how awe-inspiring the night sky can be, you need to go somewhere dark — really dark. That's just what International Dark Sky Parks are there for.
The Heavens Are Hidden
Gear Up, Head Out, and Look Up
Top Stargazing Destinations
Written by
Ashley Hamer
June 26, 2017
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