The Sun – Sofa Yeti

Walking on Sunshine

Posted on 5 June 2025 (18 June 2025) by Sofa Yeti

Illustration of the solar system showing the Sun at the centre, surrounded by the eight planets with their orbital paths. The inner rocky planets Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars are shown close to the Sun, while the gas and ice giants Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune are farther out. The asteroid belt is shown between Mars and Jupiter, and a comet with a long tail appears to the left. The background grid suggests the curvature of space.

I’ve always felt it’s worth exploring closer to home before venturing too far out. It’s not a hard rule or anything, just a belief that local gems deserve a look before you start chasing treasures abroad. With that in mind, let’s turn our eyes to the Sun and the many planets, moons, and other cosmic neighbours that surround […]