Light Pollution Map
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An interactive world map of artificial night-sky brightness, based on satellite data, with overlays to help you find dark-sky locations.
Why it is useful
Helpful for choosing where to stargaze or photograph the night sky. You can see how bright the sky is near you and compare it with places a short drive away.
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