The New Year is kicking off with one of the most fascinating celestial shows that can be seen with the human eye: a meteor shower.
Unfortunately for our international viewers, it won't be visible in some parts of the world.
However, those of us in Korea should be able to get a decent view of it on Friday and Saturday night.
Lee Seung-jae reports.
As the Earth revolves around the sun,... it passes through cosmic debris.
And if you're lucky,... you might be able to catch the result: colorful meteor showers that light up the night sky.
If you're in Korea,... meteor showers will brighten the night skies starting Friday night.
This meteor shower will be all the more special,... as it's known as a Quandrantids. Compared with most other meteor showers,... these are unusual as they are thought to have originated from a passing asteroid.
Although they tend to be fainter,... the moonless night sky should help people view the phenomenon.
" You'll be able see about two showers a minute, but that's during ideal conditions. To see more meteors, it's best to go to a place without much light pollution..."
Experts say it's best to use your naked eye to watch as binoculars and telescopes tend to limit your field of view.
Finding a location that has a clear view of the entire night sky is key.
Ideally, somewhere with dark skies, away from city lights and traffic.
Lee Seung-jae, Arirang News.
