Rare Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS Graces Earth's Skies After 80,000 Years

The comet is currently visible and will reach its closest approach to Earth on October 12, offering a spectacular viewing opportunity.

Comet C/2023 A3, also known as Tsuchinshan-ATLAS, was first discovered in January 2023 by observatories in China and South Africa.
The comet will be visible in the early morning sky until October 2 and will reappear in the evening sky after October 12.
Astrophotographers and skywatchers have already captured stunning images of the comet from various locations worldwide.
This celestial event is particularly notable as the comet's orbit takes around 80,000 years, making this a once-in-a-lifetime sighting.
A newly discovered sungrazer comet, designated A11bP7I, may also become visible in late October, potentially appearing as bright as Venus.