The Japanese astronaut Soichi Noguchi shared a stunning image on Twitter before his return to Earth, capturing a UNESCO World Heritage Site in all its glory.
Noguchi, along with NASA astronauts Michael Hopkins, Victor Glover, and Shannon Walker, splashed down off the coast of Florida on Sunday, marking the end of their mission aboard the SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule. But before departing the ISS, Noguchi took a moment to snap a breathtaking picture of the Pyramids of Giza, which stand as a testament to human ingenuity.
The photo, which has since gone viral on social media, showcases the Giza pyramid complex bathed in sunlight, set against the backdrop of our blue planet. The image offers a unique perspective of these ancient wonders, highlighting their geometric precision and enduring presence.
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) regularly treat us to awe-inspiring views of our planet Earth. Soichi Noguchi, a Japanese astronaut, recently added to this collection with a stunning photograph of a UNESCO World Heritage Site – the Pyramids of Giza – captured during his final day on the ISS.
Noguchi, who was one of four astronauts to return to Earth on Sunday aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule, shared the image on Twitter. The photo showcases the Giza Pyramid plateau. This captivating image, capturing the pyramids from a unique vantage point, has garnered significant attention online.
