Scots captured some incredible pictures of Jupiter after the planet appeared in its best view for 59 years last night. Jupiter made its closest approach to Earth since 1963 on Monday, September 26, according to NASA.
The largest planet in our solar system was in opposition, meaning the Earth was positioned directly between the Gas Giant and the Sun. That gave stargazers across the country the perfect opportunity to witness Jupiter - and some of its moons - clearly for the first time, and the resulting pictures were spectacular.
Kenneth Mckenzie, from Bathgate, captured some clear images of the planet on his new iPhone. The 39-year-old took his young son son out past his bedtime so they could witness the historic solar sight.
