The Milky Way, our home galaxy, teems with a staggering 400 billion stars. While this vast expanse envelopes us, its splendor often eludes our sight due to persistent light pollution. Yet, when conditions favor us, and the sky reaches perfect clarity, a display like the one captured by the European Southern Observatory in Paranal, Chile, graces our vision. This particular image snapped on 21 July 2007, serves as a breathtaking reminder: Even if hidden, celestial wonders always surround us
