These are some of the breathtaking images of auroras and constellations vying for top spot in a prestigious competition.
Photographers around the world have been reaching for the stars with some stunning pictures of the sky at night for the Insight Astronomy Photographer of the Year contest.
The winner can expect to see their work showcased in an exhibition at London's Royal Observatory Greenwich - along with a top prize of £2,500.
Entries so far include spectacular visions of the cosmos from destinations as far afield as America and Bolivia as well as dazzling images of the aurora captured closer to home in Wales and Scotland.
The deadline for entries is April 16.
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Thanks Krish......great data...the universe is truly breath taking in it's beauty......Aurorae photos appear on my profile page, if you ever wish to view them.....I find these incredible and awesome...especially those aurorae that combine the greens with the purples...Like vast luminous curtains, spread across the sky....
Glad you like them Universe Mother ..they would make excellent postcards or calender or gift cards
Royal Observatory Greenwich is pretty near where I live so I will go there for sure