tähemängude

Tähemängude is an Estonian term that translates to "star games" or "games of stars." It generally refers to astronomical events or phenomena that are observed and enjoyed for their visual spectacle and scientific interest. This can encompass a wide range of celestial occurrences.

Common examples of tähemängude include meteor showers, such as the Perseids or Geminids, where streaks of light are seen as the Earth passes through debris trails left by comets. Eclipses, both solar and lunar, are also considered significant tähemängude, offering rare and dramatic views of celestial bodies aligning. Planetary conjunctions, where planets appear close together in the night sky, can also be a form of tähemängude, drawing attention from both amateur astronomers and the general public.

The term can also extend to more prolonged or unusual events. Supermoons, when a full or new moon coincides with its closest approach to Earth, creating a larger and brighter appearance, are often referred to as tähemängude. Furthermore, the appearance of comets or auroras (Northern and Southern Lights) are spectacular displays that fit the description of tähemängude due to their captivating visual nature. The observation of these events often inspires awe and curiosity about the universe.