A Christmas Star Will Light Up The Alabama Sky For The First Time In Centuries

On the evening of December 21, 2020, shortly after sunset, a rare celestial event will occur. The "Star of Bethlehem," also known as the "Christmas Star," will be lighting up the Alabama sky. To learn more about this upcoming event, take a look below.

The Christmas season is filled with many traditions. From building gingerbread houses to driving around and looking at Christmas lights, there's lots of fun to be had this time of year.

The one special event that hasn't happened in 800 years is actually taking place this Christmas season. The "Christmas Star" will light up the sky when the planet Jupiter and Saturn align, forming what looks like...

...one giant star. This hasn't happened in 800 years, and in just a few days, we'll all get to witness it.

Alignments between these two planets occur every 20 years or so. What makes this year's alignment extra special is the fact that Jupiter and Saturn will be aligned extremely close to one another.

No matter where you are on December 21, 2020, you'll be able to see the "Christmas Star" about 45 minutes past sunset.

Don't forget to add this celestial event to your itinerary this Christmas season. It's a rare phenomenon you don't want to miss!

What are your plans for December 21, 2020? Do you plan to stand outside to view the "Christmas Star" when it appears? Please let us know in the comments below.

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