Asterisms Facts & Information

An asterism may be understood as an informal group of stars within the area of an official or defunct former constellation. Keep reading for even more facts and information on well known Asterisms.

The Great Diamond

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The Northern Cross

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The Spring Triangle

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The Great Square of Pegasus

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The Winter Hexagon

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The Little Dipper Asterism

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The Big Dipper (the Plough)

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The Winter Triangle Asterism

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The Summer Triangle Asterism

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The Southern Cross Asterism

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