Our world is filled with indescribable beauty.
Bright city lights, car lights, lights in the houses — modern man is quite difficult to see the pristine beauty of the night sky.
Light pollution has long been a familiar concept for several generations, who grew up in Metropolitan areas. But there is, fortunately, in the world and are places where light from distant stars did not have to compete with urban conditions.
1. National Park big bend
TX, USA
A Paradise for lovers of long walks. National Park big bend is located far from major cities: residents of cities come to for a little bit to admire the starry sky.
2. Sedona
AZ, USA
In search of dark sky do not have to climb deep into a deserted wasteland. The small town of Sedona, where year-round dry and Sunny weather, can boast a wonderful starbursts and comfortable conditions for travelers.
3. International Kerry Park
Ireland
One of the darkest places of the Northern hemisphere is in the South-West of Ireland evergreen. International Kerry Park is part of the world heritage site by UNESCO: unspoilt beaches, crystal clear lakes, the sky, decorated with countless emeralds distant stars.
4. Acadia national Park
Maine, USA
A national Park Acadia is one of the most visited parks in the United States. To get to the destination will not be easy, but the journey is well worth the effort: one night tour on the kayaks atone for all the difficulties a hundredfold.
5. Namibrand
Namibia, Africa
Private NamibRand nature reserve in Namibia is recognized as one of the darkest places in Africa, if not the world. Here crowds flock ecotourists and professional astronomers: in the reserve even has its own Observatory.
6. Death Valley
CA, USA
The national Park service makes every effort to control light pollution in areas adjacent to national Park Death Valley. I must say, your job these guys are good — the Valley lights at night with only starlight.
7. Mauna Kea
Hawaii, USA
The famous Mauna Kea for several decades, remains extremely popular place to practice astronomy. On top of the mountain has the world’s largest optical telescope. Looking at the Universe with your own eyes can every tourist, all the pleasure is worth about forty dollars.
