Sunset over Gemini North

A view of the Gemini North Observatory on the summit of Maunakea as the sun sets and the stars come out. Visible directly behind Gemini is the Canada France Hawaii Telescope (CFHT). This image was taken from the UH 2.2 meter telescope, and it precedes a sequence of images that comprise 2 time-lapse movies. Stars and Laser Guide Star.

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