History of AstronomyAstronomy is the oldest of the natural sciences, dating back to antiquity, with its origins in the religious, mythological, cosmological, calendrical, and astrological beliefs and practices of prehistory. We look at some of these ancient texts and the greatest astronomers in history.
Early astronomers performed methodical observations of the night sky, and astronomical artefacts have been found from much earlier periods.
Tycho Brahe died suddenly more than 400 years ago and there's been a mystery around if he fell victim to natural causes or was murdered.
Learn about the fascinating history of Chinese astronomers and their contribution to astronomy from as far back as 2000BC.
The Newtonian Reflector was invented by Sir Isaac Newton in 1672 and was the first to feature the revolutionary 45deg; mirror.
Here are 13 of the greatest astronomers in history who have shaped our understanding of the known universe and created science of astronomy.
When astronomy was closely linked to astrology, astronomical planet symbols were used to represent various celestial objects.