The Great Conjunction ... when Jupiter and Saturn converge and appear as one, for the first time since 1623. ... 21st Dec ... should look like a cross. (Called the Star of Bethlehem).

Jupiter (left) and Saturn will be the nearest they've been in almost 400 years on Monday. Jupiter (left) and Saturn will be the nearest they've been in almost 400 years on Monday. Multimedia reporter, Northern Advocate The two largest planets in our solar system will reunite for the first time in almost 400 years on Monday in an event named 'The Great Conjunction'. Jupiter and Saturn, the fifth and sixth planets from the sun respectively, will converge on Monday and appear as one object around sunset for the first time since 1623. While the two planets come close to each other every 20 years, this year will be the first since famed astronomer Galileo was alive that they will intersect. To spot the rare event, look west towards the setting sun. Then, by using the distance between your outstretched index and little fingers, measure one and a half hand spans to the north (right) and one hand span up and the planets should be clearly seen. For a photo and more info check this link: https://www.nzherald.co.nz/northern-advocate/news/how-northlanders-can-see-mondays-400-year-celestial-reunion-of-saturn-and-jupiter/FO2IOIE2V7FUKHA7AVYILXYLKM/