The footage, captured from an altitude of 259 miles, showcases the mesmerizing aurora borealis alongside shimmering city lights below.
**Stunning Aurora Borealis Captured from the ISS: A Cosmic Dance of Lights**
**Stunning Aurora Borealis Captured from the ISS: A Cosmic Dance of Lights**
Breathtaking visuals of the Northern Lights grace the skies above Canada as seen from the International Space Station.
The International Space Station (ISS) recently shared captivating views of the aurora borealis, showcasing vibrant greens and reds dancing across the sky. Commonly visible from Earth, particularly in high-latitude regions such as Canada, this natural light display can also be witnessed from the vantage point of space.
The phenomenon is triggered when the solar wind—a flow of charged particles emitted by the Sun—interacts with the Earth's magnetic field. The latest footage obtained from the ISS, recorded in January 2025, paints a picturesque scene with city lights twinkling beneath the swirling auroras.
As the ISS makes its orbit at an altitude of 259 miles (417 kilometers), viewers are treated to a rare glimpse of this awe-inspiring spectacle as it gracefully soars toward the sunrise above the Atlantic Ocean. This stunning visual not only highlights the beauty of the Northern Lights but also reinforces the incredible perspective astronauts have of our planet's natural wonders.
The phenomenon is triggered when the solar wind—a flow of charged particles emitted by the Sun—interacts with the Earth's magnetic field. The latest footage obtained from the ISS, recorded in January 2025, paints a picturesque scene with city lights twinkling beneath the swirling auroras.
As the ISS makes its orbit at an altitude of 259 miles (417 kilometers), viewers are treated to a rare glimpse of this awe-inspiring spectacle as it gracefully soars toward the sunrise above the Atlantic Ocean. This stunning visual not only highlights the beauty of the Northern Lights but also reinforces the incredible perspective astronauts have of our planet's natural wonders.
