KStars

What is KStars?

KStars is a powerful desktop planetarium software designed for the KDE environment. It offers an accurate graphical simulation of the night sky, allowing users to explore the celestial landscape from any location on Earth at any given date and time. The software's extensive database includes up to 100 million stars, 13,000 deep-sky objects, all 8 planets, the Sun, Moon, and thousands of comets and asteroids, providing a comprehensive and immersive experience for astronomy enthusiasts and casual stargazers alike

Highlights

• Accurate graphical simulation of the night sky from any location on Earth
• Extensive database with up to 100 million stars, 13,000 deep-sky objects, 8 planets, the Sun, and Moon
• Thousands of comets and asteroids included in the simulation
• Ability to explore the night sky at any date and time