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Orion Constellation: Key Features and Myths

Orion is renowned for its distinctive Belt comprising three bright stars and the fiery supergiant Betelgeuse, anticipated to explode in the future. At its center is a celestial nursery where new stars are formed.

Orion Constellation: Key Features and Myths

Discover more about the Orion constellation's features, location, and associated myths in the latest article.

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