Mauna Kea Stars
Big Island, Hawaii
This panoramic image, taken shortly after sunset from the summit of Mauna Kea, Hawaii's tallest mountain, shows the Mauna Kea observatories, the lights of the town of Hilo in the distance, and the Milky Way and a starry night sky -- a breathtaking view, from almost 14,000 feet, on a perfect night. Photo © copyright by Jim Waterbury.