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This Earth map fragment is intended to illustrate celestial motion across the sky, emphasizing both bearing and elevational perspectives. The map's center point corresponds to the transit, showcasing celestial objects at their highest point, while elevation gradually decreases towards the map edges. This dynamic representation offers insights into the changing positions of celestial bodies with a focus on their bearing and elevational trajectories.
Your location: Columbus, United States
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Moon Map with Feature Names

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Explore the fascinating surface of the Moon with our detailed Moon Map! This interactive tool lets you discover and learn about the various features of the lunar landscape, from craters and seas to mountains and valleys.

Features

  • Interactive Moon Map: Navigate the Moon's surface with ease using our interactive map. Zoom in and out to explore different areas in high detail.
  • Named Features: Identify major lunar features such as craters, seas (maria), mountains, and valleys. Each feature is labeled with its official name, providing you with educational insights.
  • Detailed Information: Click on any labeled feature to view detailed information about it, including its size, location, and interesting facts. Learn about the history of each feature's name and its significance in lunar studies.

How to Use

  1. Explore the Map: Use your mouse or touch gestures to pan across the Moon's surface. Zoom in for a closer look at specific regions or zoom out for a broader view.
  2. Identify Features: Hover over labels to see the name of each feature. Click on labels to open a pop-up with more detailed information.
  3. Search Functionality: Use the search bar to find specific lunar features by name. Quickly locate famous landmarks like the Sea of Tranquility, the Tycho Crater, or the Apennine Mountains.

Key Lunar Features to Discover

  • Apollo Mission Landing Sites:
      • Apollo 11: First manned mission to land on the Moon, Sea of Tranquility.
      • Apollo 15: Explored Hadley Rille in the lunar highlands.
      • Apollo 17:Landed in Taurus-Littrow valley, last manned mission to the Moon.
    • Craters:
      • Tycho Crater: One of the most prominent craters, known for its bright rays.
      • Copernicus Crater: A large crater with a distinct, terraced rim.
      • Clavius Crater: One of the largest crater formations, featuring a series of smaller craters.
    • Seas (Maria):
      • Sea of Tranquility (Mare Tranquillitatis): The landing site of Apollo 11, the first manned Moon landing.
      • Ocean of Storms (Oceanus Procellarum): The largest of the lunar maria.
      • Sea of Serenity (Mare Serenitatis): A large lunar mare located to the east of Mare Imbrium.
    • Mountains and Valleys:
      • Apennine Mountains: A major mountain range on the Moon, providing spectacular views.
      • Valley of Taurus-Littrow: The landing site of Apollo 17, the last manned mission to the Moon.
      • Leibnitz Mountains: One of the highest mountain ranges on the Moon, located near the south pole.

    Start your lunar exploration now and uncover the many wonders of the Moon with our comprehensive Moon Map!

We would like to acknowledge the invaluable resources provided by Solar System Scope for the high-resolution planetary textures, and the Gazetteer of Planetary Nomenclature for accurate planetary naming conventions. These contributions have greatly enhanced the quality and accuracy of our project. However, we take full responsibility for any errors or inaccuracies in our use of these resources.