Aladin

Aladin is an advanced astronomical visualization tool that puts the professional sky on your desktop. It connects directly to major data archives like the ESA Gaia mission, NASA telescopes, and the Sloan Digital Sky Survey, allowing you to pull in real sky atlases and catalogs instantly. Beyond mere viewing, its robust analysis toolkit lets you measure objects, compare photometric data, and create custom overlays. Whether you are confirming an observation, planning a research project, or creating stunning educational material, Aladin provides the accurate, up-to-date cosmic context you need.