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Jupiter

Indeed, Jupiter is a big deal

A father figure of a planet, being the biggest as well as a protective parent.

Think of all the asteroids on their way to Earth which Jupiter deflected


With no surface to land on, and an atmosphere made up mostly of hydrogen and helium, Jupiter still has a lot to offer.

With a radius of 69,911 kilometers (43,440.7 miles), it is 11 times wider than the Earth.

While a day lasts 10 hours, and no seasons occur because of as it mostly spins upright with a tilt of just 3 degrees, there is still plenty to do in Jupiter.

Its fast rotation and winds moving in opposite directions result in jet streams, separating the bands.

See the clouds of ammonia and water, discover patterns like you never had before.

Experience three different layers of clouds, go through the outer ones made of ammonia ice, further through the ones that are made of ammonium hydrosulfide crystals, then find water ice and vapor at the innermost layer.

You can also explore more than 90 moons, especially the most popular four Galilean satellites.

Attractions

The Great Red Spot

Visit the Great Red Spot that has been going on for hundreds of years, the most popular destination on Jupiter.

As wide as 350 kilometers (200 miles) and as deep as 500 kilometers (300 miles), this is the only spot that you don't want to miss.

The Great Red SpotThe Great Red Spot

Auroras

Jupiter's auroras are one of the most beautiful that you can find in our solar system. Go towards the poles, and don't miss the chance of enjoying a spectacular view.

Auroras

The South Pole

If you're around the South Pole, a wonderful sight awaits you, and there is always a chance to gaze at some of Jupiter's cyclones that can be 1,000 kilometers (600 miles) in diameter.

The South Pole

Circumpolar Cyclones

At the North Pole, located around a central cyclone, each of the eight circumpolar cyclones looks like an artwork in their own right. Here are some close-up shots.

Circumpolar CyclonesCircumpolar Cyclones

Clouds, Clouds Everywhere

Wherever you go on Jupiter, there is always a sight to see.

Here are some views of its beautiful clouds, more wonders to explore.

Clouds, Clouds EverywhereClouds, Clouds EverywhereClouds, Clouds Everywhere

The Galilean Moons

The four most popular moons of Jupiter's deserved to be explored individually, each one a beautiful new world.

Discovered by Galileo Galilei in 1610, Ganymede, Callisto, Io, and Europa are wonders that await.

The Galilean Moons