Asfars

Asfars, also known as Asfars al-Safa, are a group of stars located in the constellation of Sagittarius. They are part of the larger asterism known as the Teapot, which is formed by the brightest stars in the constellation. The Asfars are situated at the base of the Teapot, near the spout. The name "Asfars" is derived from the Arabic phrase "Asfar al-Safa," which translates to "the two forks of the road." This name reflects the distinctive shape of the stars, which resemble a forked path.

The Asfars consist of two main stars: Kaus Media (Delta Sagittarii) and Kaus Australis (Epsilon Sagittarii). Kaus Media is a blue-white giant star with an apparent magnitude of 2.7, making it one of the brighter stars in the constellation. Kaus Australis is a yellow supergiant star with an apparent magnitude of 1.8, which is the brightest star in the Asfars and one of the brightest stars in the night sky.

The Asfars are of particular interest to astronomers and stargazers due to their distinctive shape and brightness. They serve as a useful navigational tool for locating other stars and constellations in the night sky. The Asfars are visible from most locations on Earth and are best observed during the summer months in the Northern Hemisphere and the winter months in the Southern Hemisphere.