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Exploring the enigmatic red planet, Mars, has always captivated our imagination

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Mars
February 5, 2003 - This mosaic of Mars is a compilation of images captured by the Viking Orbiter 1. The center of the scene shows the entire Valles Marineris canyon system, over 3

Background imageMartian Collection: Mars

Mars
June 5, 1998 - Center of the orthographic projection is at latitude 30 degrees N. longitude 270 degrees. The north polar residual ice cap of the Planum Boreum region

Background imageMartian Collection: Remnants of an advanced Martian civilization

Remnants of an advanced Martian civilization on the surface of the red planet

Background imageMartian Collection: Mars base, artwork C018 / 8567

Mars base, artwork C018 / 8567
Mars base. Artwork of a base (left) on Mars. A manned base on Mars could be constructed from prefabricated sections brought from Earth or from materials manufactured using resources found on Mars

Background imageMartian Collection: Mars base, artwork C018 / 0284

Mars base, artwork C018 / 0284
Mars base. Artwork of a base on Mars, with plants in one dome providing oxygen and absorbing carbon dioxide, and people in a second dome

Background imageMartian Collection: Valles Marineris, Mars, artwork

Valles Marineris, Mars, artwork
Valles Marineris. Artwork of an aerial view of Valles Marineris (Mariner Valleys), a massive system of canyons near the equator on Mars. The Sun is at upper left, and North is towards upper right

Background imageMartian Collection: Jake Matijevic rock, Mars C015 / 6513

Jake Matijevic rock, Mars C015 / 6513
Jake Matijevic rock. Close-up of a rock called Jake Matijevic on the surface of Mars. Imaged by Curiositys Mast Camera on 21st September 2012, during the missions 46th sol, or Martian day

Background imageMartian Collection: Water on Mars, artwork C013 / 8996

Water on Mars, artwork C013 / 8996
Water on Mars. Computer artwork of a liquid water lake on the surface of Mars, at least 3 billion years ago. The surface environment of ancient Mars was different to that of today

Background imageMartian Collection: Solar System orbits, artwork C013 / 8987

Solar System orbits, artwork C013 / 8987
Solar System orbits. Computer artwork of Earths solar system, showing the eight planets that orbit the Sun (yellow, centre)

Background imageMartian Collection: Martian Guns, Wonder Stories SciFi Magazine Cover

Martian Guns, Wonder Stories SciFi Magazine Cover
Martian Guns - Earth is bombarded by martian guns. Date: 1932

Background imageMartian Collection: Wonder Stories Scifi Magazine Cover, Robot Aliens

Wonder Stories Scifi Magazine Cover, Robot Aliens
THE ROBOT ALIENS - The Earth is invaded by Martian robots who hope to succeed where H G Wells Martians failed... Date: 193

Background imageMartian Collection: Mars, composite satellite image

Mars, composite satellite image
Mars. Composite satellite image of the surface of Mars, showing the north polar cap (white), a mixture of ice and dust that extends to the 80 degree latitude circle

Background imageMartian Collection: Terraforming Mars

Terraforming Mars. Artwork 1 of 3. Todays Mars is a cold desert world with a thin atmosphere of carbon dioxide. The orange colour is due to oxides in the rocks that trap the planets oxygen

Background imageMartian Collection: Schiaparellis Mars, historical artwork

Schiaparellis Mars, historical artwork
Giovanni Schiaparellis Mars of 1877 - 1878 with a small south polar caps and structures which led him to create the Mars canali, later misinterpreted as channels, Mars creatures made water ways

Background imageMartian Collection: Sun and planets, size comparison

Sun and planets, size comparison
Alien planetary system. Artwork of an extrasolar Earth-like planet (centre right) orbiting its parent star. Another planet (black dot) is seen transiting the star

Background imageMartian Collection: Olympus Mons and surroundings, Mars

Olympus Mons and surroundings, Mars
Olympus Mond, the largest volcano in our solar system. North of its mountain is a rough tongue called Lycus Sulci, a valley with some craters called Diacria Patera and a bow in the north

Background imageMartian Collection: Martian south polar ice, artwork

Martian south polar ice, artwork
Martian south polar ice. Artwork of frozen carbon dioxide on Mars south pole in spring. During the spring and summer some of the carbon dioxide sublimates (transforms directly from solid to gas)

Background imageMartian Collection: Curiositys descent blast marks, Mars

Curiositys descent blast marks, Mars
Curiositys descent blast marks. These grey patches were caused by the rocket engines of the descent stage of NASAs Curiosity rover blasting the ground as it landed on Mars

Background imageMartian Collection: Cartoon, The Martians, WW1

Cartoon, The Martians, WW1
Cartoon, The Martians. During the First World War, the residents of Mars complain to their neighbouring planet about the noise, and ask them to be more considerate. Date: 1918

Background imageMartian Collection: A Trip to Mars - 4

A Trip to Mars - 4
A TRIP TO MARS (Fenton Ash) Winging a winged Martian. Date: 1909

Background imageMartian Collection: Martians watching scenes of life on Earth

Martians watching scenes of life on Earth
A group of Martians watching scenes of life on Earth through special viewfinders. Date: 1906

Background imageMartian Collection: Martian 1897 Lithograph Sheet 20 1 / 2 12 7 / 8 52

Martian 1897 Lithograph Sheet 20 1 / 2 12 7 / 8 52
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Background imageMartian Collection: Mars

Mars
December 25, 2003 - This is how Mars appeared to the Mars Global Surveyor (MGS) Mars Orbiter Camera (MOC) wide angle system on December 25, 2003

Background imageMartian Collection: Mars Telecommunications Orbiter in flight around Mars

Mars Telecommunications Orbiter in flight around Mars
This illustration depicts a concept for the Mars Telecommunications Orbiter in flight around Mars. The orbiter is in development to be the first spacecraft with a primary function of providing

Background imageMartian Collection: Artists depiction of the comet C / 2013 A1 making a close pass by Mars

Artists depiction of the comet C / 2013 A1 making a close pass by Mars
An artists depiction of the comet C/2013 A1, also known as Siding Spring after the Australian Observatory that discovered the comet

Background imageMartian Collection: The Martian south polar ice cap as southern spring begins

The Martian south polar ice cap as southern spring begins
August 16, 2006 - Sand-laden jets shoot into the polar sky in this view of the martian south polar ice cap as southern spring begins

Background imageMartian Collection: The Martian sun sets over the high walls of Mojave Crater

The Martian sun sets over the high walls of Mojave Crater

Background imageMartian Collection: Planet Mars slightly tilted to show the Martian North Pole

Planet Mars slightly tilted to show the Martian North Pole

Background imageMartian Collection: NASAs Curiosity rover climbing to the summit of Mount Sharp

NASAs Curiosity rover climbing to the summit of Mount Sharp, its ultimate destination. The floor of Gale Crater, its landing place, is five kilometres below

Background imageMartian Collection: Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter passes above planet Mars

Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter passes above planet Mars
December 10, 2003 - The Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter passes above a portion of the planet called Nilosyrtis Mensae in this artists concept illustration

Background imageMartian Collection: Mars Reconnaissance Orbiters Radar at Work

Mars Reconnaissance Orbiters Radar at Work
June 3, 2005 - Mars Reconnaissance Orbiters Radar at Work. This artists concept of the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter highlights the spacecrafts radar capability

Background imageMartian Collection: A pair of manned Mars rovers rendezvous on the martian surface

A pair of manned Mars rovers rendezvous on the martian surface. Humans may one day explore the martian surface with the help of pressurized rovers that would provide a shirt sleeve environment while

Background imageMartian Collection: Illustration of a martian sunrise from within a deep canyon

Illustration of a martian sunrise from within a deep canyon
Artists concept of how a martian sunrise might look from the bottom of a deep canyon. The Sun is surrounded by a bluish halo due to dust in the martian atmosphere

Background imageMartian Collection: Planet Mars

Planet Mars
A full Mars. In this image the massive volcano Olympus Mons is clearly visible upper left of center, while at center are the three Tharsis Montes volcanoes

Background imageMartian Collection: Simulated view of Mars

Simulated view of Mars
December 17, 2003 - This simulated view shows Mars as it might have appeared during the height of a possible ice age in geologically recent time

Background imageMartian Collection: Global Color View of Mars

Global Color View of Mars
June 8, 1998 - Global Color View of Mars. The orthographic view shown here is centered at 20 degrees latitude and 60 degrees longitude

Background imageMartian Collection: Artists concept of a martian rover

Artists concept of a martian rover. The rover featured in this image, as seen from the rear, includes wing-like solar voltaic panels suspended above the chassis to supplement its electrical needs

Background imageMartian Collection: Mars moon Phobos

Mars moon Phobos
Phobos, the larger of Mars two moons, is a cratered, asteroid-like object in this stunning color image from the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter

Background imageMartian Collection: Global Views of Mars in late Northern Summer

Global Views of Mars in late Northern Summer
April 23, 2002 - Global Views of Mars in late Northern Summer. Mars Global Surveyor (MGS) orbits around the red planet 12 times a day. Each orbit goes from pole to pole

Background imageMartian Collection: Concept for Mars Volcanic Emission Life Scout

Concept for Mars Volcanic Emission Life Scout
December 21, 2004 - This artists rendition depicts a concept for a Mars orbiter that would scrutinize the martian atmosphere for chemical traces of life or environments supportive of life that might

Background imageMartian Collection: Solar System Montage

Solar System Montage

Background imageMartian Collection: Artists concept of Mars Odyssey

Artists concept of Mars Odyssey

Background imageMartian Collection: Victoria Crater on Mars

Victoria Crater on Mars
Victoria Crater, an impact crater at Meridiani Planum, near the equator of Mars. The crater is approximately 800 meters (about half a mile) in diameter

Background imageMartian Collection: Artists concept of Mars Express spacecraft in orbit around Mars

Artists concept of Mars Express spacecraft in orbit around Mars
Artists concept of Mars Express spacecraft is depicted in orbit around Mars. The spacecraft was launched June 2, 2003, from Baikonur, Kazakhstan, on a journey to arrive at Mars in December 2003

Background imageMartian Collection: A light fog forms in a desiccated gully in Gale Crater, Mars

A light fog forms in a desiccated gully in Gale Crater, Mars. The craters 5km high central mound can be seen in the background

Background imageMartian Collection: Artists concept of an orbital outpost above Phobos, the nearest of Mars moons

Artists concept of an orbital outpost above Phobos, the nearest of Mars moons
Phobos, the nearest of the Martian moons, may make a convenient transit station for travellers on their way to the surface of Mars

Background imageMartian Collection: Mars Exploration Rover Opportunity inside Endurance Crater

Mars Exploration Rover Opportunity inside Endurance Crater
This synthetic image of the Opportunity Mars Exploration Rover inside Endurance Crater was produced using Virtual Presence in Space technology

Background imageMartian Collection: Mesas in the Nilosyrtis Mensae region of Mars

Mesas in the Nilosyrtis Mensae region of Mars
April 5, 2007 - Mesas in the Nilosyrtis Mensae region of Mars appear in enhanced color in this image taken from the camera aboard the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter



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Exploring the enigmatic red planet, Mars, has always captivated our imagination. From the Curiosity rover's breathtaking images of its Martian landscape to the Spirit rover's iconic image showcasing the vastness of this alien world, we are constantly reminded of its otherworldly allure. Inspired by H. G. Wells' "The War of the Worlds, " where Martians invade Earth, we ponder the possibility of life beyond our own planet. The composite satellite images reveal a mesmerizing view from above, as if inviting us to unravel its mysteries. As we delve deeper into Mars' secrets, we encounter remarkable milestones in space exploration. The Curiosity rover stands tall on Martian soil in awe-inspiring artwork that symbolizes human ingenuity and determination. It reminds us that humanity's thirst for knowledge knows no bounds. Not forgetting our robotic companions on this extraterrestrial journey, Sojourner and Beagle 2 left their indelible mark on Mars' surface with their successful landings. These achievements serve as a testament to mankind's relentless pursuit of discovery. In popular culture too, Mars has become synonymous with science fiction wonderment. Amazing Stories Scifi magazine cover showcases an imaginative Martian cityscape straight out of our wildest dreams while UFO books continue to fuel speculation about possible encounters with beings from another world. Mars remains an alluring enigma waiting to be unraveled—a celestial body that continues to inspire artists and scientists alike. With each new mission and breakthroughs yet to come, it is only a matter of time before more secrets are revealed about this captivating neighbor in our solar system - forever known as "the martian.