A magical place on the moon!

[astroavani]

Sinus Iridum is an impact crater filled with lava that lies northwest of Mare Imbrium. It is far from any landing site of the Apollo missions, the nearest (Apollo 15) is over 1000 km away. Scientists would like to take a look at basaltic chemistry to see how much they differ from the basalt samples collected at the Apollo 15 mission.
Wrinkled ridges cross the bed, and in some places there are families of rocks stacked on the ridges of these crests. Where are these rocks coming from? From the mountain range?
Many small irregularly shaped craters punctuate Sinus Iridum, how were they formed?
Over the past four decades, the Moon has suffered an almost total abandonment, fortunately, in recent years, the Chinese are committed to taking this delay.
Many unanswered questions, which perhaps the Yutu rover (Jade Rabit), who landed on Sinus Iridum may come to answer.
This impact basin, approximately 100 km in diameter, was filled by at least 4 basaltic spills. On its "banks" there is a semicircular ring of dramatic mountains called the Jura Mountains, with the Heraclides Promontory at its far west and the Laplace Promontory at its eastern end, these promontories, which can be seen with perfection in this picture.
From a closer look at the exact point on which the plains meet, look closely at the promontory of Laplace and its intriguing geology. Imagine yourself at the top at an altitude of 2600 meters observing the plain around you!
Did you feel a chill?
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[Sunshine]

Beautiful image, always was my favorite spot on the moon to look at.

[wouterdhoye]

Splendid image ?

[Alien 13]

What a great image, it is almost like you are viewing from a lander..

Alan

[Scooot]

An amazingly detailed closeup and fascinating write up.

[ronl]

Superb image Avani, it's a favourite target for most observers of our beautiful neighbour,

your images always give the impression you are hovering above the surface, as usual, thank

you for sharing your wonderful images.

Clear Sky's.

[Astro Imp]

Another fantastic image Avani.
Thank you for sharing your images and knowledge of our neighbour.

[Mr Spock]

I always look forward to seeing your images. This one is another beauty.

[Hawksmoor]

What a great image! - Short of going there I cannot imagine a better view of Sinus Iridum. Last week, I watched through my 11x80 binoculars as sunlight touched the peaks of the Jura Mountains whilst the lava below remained in jet black shadow. A spectacular place indeed and when illuminated as in your image it shows a wealth of geological detail. Thank you for posting this fabulous image.

regards George

[geoflewis]

Another superb image Avani, well done.

Cheers, Geof

[maw lod qan]

3 hours ago, Mr Spock said:

I always look forward to seeing your images. This one is another beauty.

Sir, I too anxiously await each of your photos. My humble attempts are inspired by your images.

[astroavani]

I am very grateful for the words of encouragement that always send me in this group. They give me strength to always try to maintain a high level of work.

[Ruud]

Oh, that is so nice!

Thank you, Avani.