Hellas Planitia Collection

Mars map from 1881
Map of Mars, published in Paris in 1881. The first accurate telescope observations of Mars were made in 1877 and 1881 when Mars was at its closest to Earth (a situation called an opposition)

Mosaic of images showing Mars southern hemisphere

Mars, 1950s telescope image C016 / 6321
Mars, 1950s telescope image. Dating from February 1956, this observation of Mars was obtained by the Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff, Arizona, USA

Mars
June 5, 1998 - Center of the orthographic projection is at latitude 30 degrees N. longitude 270 degrees. The north polar residual ice cap of the Planum Boreum region

Global Views of Mars in late Northern Summer
April 23, 2002 - Global Views of Mars in late Northern Summer. Mars Global Surveyor (MGS) orbits around the red planet 12 times a day. Each orbit goes from pole to pole

A Mid-Northern Summer / Southern Winter on Mars
February 14, 2003 - A Mid-Northern Summer/Southern Winters Mars. The Mars Global Surveyor (MGS) Mars Orbiter Camera (MOC) began its daily global imaging campaign four years ago, on March 9, 1999

Three craters in the eastern Hellas region of Mars
A view of three craters in the eastern Hellas region of Mars, containing concealed glaciers that were detected by radar. Recent measurements have detected large amounts of water ice in such deposits

Mars
June 8, 1998 - Center of the orthographic projection is at latitude 30 degrees S. longitude 210 degrees. Toward the top, the lowland plains of Elysium

Mars topography, artwork C013 / 9938
Mars topography. Computer artwork based on satellite images, showing the surface of Mars. Seen here is the Hellas Basin (lower right) in Mars southern hemisphere

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"Hellas Planitia: Unveiling the Mysteries of Mars" Step back in time to 1881, when a Mars map was meticulously crafted, revealing the enigmatic Hellas Planitia. Today, we embark on a visual journey through a mosaic of images showcasing Mars' captivating southern hemisphere. As we delve deeper into this Martian wonderland, a topographical map and satellite image come alive before our eyes. The intricate details expose the rugged terrain and vast expanses that define Hellas Planitia's unique character. Transporting us further into history, an image captured by a telescope in the 1950s showcases C016 / 6321 – an awe-inspiring glimpse of Mars' ethereal beauty. It serves as a reminder of humanity's enduring fascination with this red planet. Fast forward to present times; global views offer us glimpses into late Northern summer on Mars. We witness its ever-changing landscape, where nature orchestrates breathtaking phenomena like the infamous Great Dust Storms of 2001. These colossal storms engulfed the planet in chaos, leaving scientists astounded by their sheer magnitude. Intriguingly contrasting seasons unfold as we explore Mid-Northern Summer and Southern Winter on Mars simultaneously. Such celestial wonders remind us that even though it may be frigid and desolate at times, there is still immense beauty waiting to be discovered within these barren landscapes. Our expedition concludes with three craters nestled within Eastern Hellas region – silent witnesses to countless cosmic collisions over eons past. Each crater tells its own story while collectively painting an extraordinary picture of life beyond Earth's boundaries. Mars beckons us with its allure - from ancient maps to modern-day imagery - inviting humanity to unravel its secrets one discovery at a time. As we bid farewell for now, let our curiosity continue fueling our quest for knowledge about this mesmerizing world known simply as "Mars.