Chitral Astronomical Society
Skies over the Hindu Kush
Constellation
The unmistakable curve of the Scorpion.
One of the few constellations that actually resembles its namesake. Hosts the red giant Antares and rich Milky Way star fields.
Best viewing
June–August evenings
See also
Orion
The hunter — the most recognisable winter constellation.
Ursa Major
The Great Bear — home of the Big Dipper.
Cassiopeia
The 'W' in the northern sky.
Leo
The lion of spring.
Cygnus
The swan flying down the Milky Way.
Taurus
The bull, marked by the V-shaped Hyades.
