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Venus surface from Venera 13
Venera 13 photograph of the surface of Venus, with part of the spacecraft visible in the foreground. Venera 13 was launched by the USSR on 30 October, 1981, and soft-landed on Venus in March 1982
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1982 Cosmology Planetary Rocks Solar System Space Exploration Surface Venus
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This print showcases the enigmatic surface of Venus as captured by the Venera 13 spacecraft in 1982. The image offers a rare glimpse into the mysterious world that lies beyond our own planet, revealing a landscape unlike anything we have ever seen before. In this photograph, we are presented with an otherworldly vista of Venus' surface, where rocky terrain stretches out as far as the eye can see. The barren and desolate landscape is punctuated by jagged rocks and craters, hinting at a tumultuous geological history. It is a stark reminder of how different each celestial body in our solar system truly is. What makes this image even more intriguing is the presence of part of the Venera 13 spacecraft visible in the foreground. This small detail serves as a poignant reminder of humanity's relentless pursuit to explore and understand our universe. Against all odds, this Soviet mission successfully soft-landed on Venus after being launched just months earlier. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing photograph, we are reminded not only of our boundless curiosity but also of the immense challenges that come with space exploration. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and determination to unravel the mysteries that lie beyond Earth's boundaries. This remarkable print from Science Photo Library allows us to marvel at both the beauty and harshness of Venus' surface while appreciating mankind's relentless quest for knowledge about our cosmic neighbors.
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