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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Science
Nicola Davis Science correspondent

Six planets to appear in alignment next week in rare celestial parade

The Sun and Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune & Pluto
The solar system. Next week’s event is expected to last for several days but some equipment might be needed to see it properly. Illustration: Steve Allen Photography/Getty Images

Stargazers are in with a chance of a celestial treat on Monday with six planets appearing in alignment.

Mercury, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune and Uranus will take part in the parade – which occurs when planets gather on the same side of the sun.

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