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Eyes To The Skies As 'Christmas Star' Appears Tonight

Saturn and Jupiter as they normally appear.

Islanders who cast their eyes to the skies tonight should be able to witness a spectacular event, as two planets are set to meet, giving the appearance of a Christmas Star.

It's set to be the first time in 800 years that Saturn and Jupiter get close enough to appear as one - with the last time being in 1226 AD.

Despite what it is set to look like to the naked eye, the planets will actually still be roughly 400 million miles from each other.

Due to it's appearance on the Winter Solstice, the sight is being described as a 'Christmas Star', in reference to the Nativity story.

Islanders hoping to catch a glimpse of the sight will need to look in the South-Western direction at approximately an hour after sunset - with the 'star' expected to be so bright that even those in the Island's towns should be able to witness it.

The best time to see the planets 'collide' will be between 4.30pm and 6pm this evening. 

Are you planning to see the 'Christmas Star'? We'd love to see your photos! Send them to us at [email protected]. 

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