The annual Orionid meteor shower will light up the night sky around the world.
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) describes it as "one of the most beautiful meteor showers of the year."
This natural phenomenon will be active from October 2nd to November 12th.
The peak is expected on October 22nd until the early morning hours of the following day, according to the US space agency.
Since "the phenomenon is related to the entire Earth as a planet," it will be equally visible from "its entire surface," including in Serbia, the Astronomical Observatory in Belgrade confirmed to BBC Serbian.
What is the Orionid meteor shower?
The meteors appear to originate from the constellation Orion, hence their name.
The Orionid meteor shower occurs when the Earth passes through the remnants of Halley's Comet, which then enter the atmosphere at a speed of about 66 kilometers per second.
They disappear due to friction with the air, leaving trails of light that we call meteors.
Their appearance in the sky lasts from a few seconds to a few minutes.
The Orionids are one of two meteor showers that originate from the remnants of Halley's Comet.
The second is the Eta Aquarids meteor shower, which occurs earlier in the year, around May.
When will we see the Orionid meteor shower?
The Orionid meteor shower may be active between October and November.
However, NASA says the best chance to see the meteors will be on the night of October 22nd, until the early morning hours of October 23rd.
They are usually seen against the backdrop of bright stars in the night sky.
How can we see the Orionid meteor shower?
The first thing you need to do is find a dark place, with as little light pollution as possible.
NASA advises an area away from cities and street lights - and to arrive prepared for the weather conditions.
"In less than 30 minutes in the dark, your eyes will adjust and you will start to see meteors," NASA adds.
Then, look up into the sky to the southeast if you are in the Northern Hemisphere, or northeast if you are in the Southern Hemisphere.
You don't need a telescope - if conditions are right, you should be able to see the meteor shower with the naked eye.
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