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Orion's Belt

Orion's Belt is a prominent feature of the constellation Orion, consisting of three bright, evenly spaced stars: Alnitak, Alnilam, and Mintaka. These stars are massive, luminous giants located thousands of light-years away, aligned in a straight line that appears as a belt across the figure of Orion the hunter. Orion's Belt is a useful reference point for stargazers, helping to locate other stars and celestial objects in the night sky. Its striking brightness and alignment have made it a notable fixture in various cultures and astronomical observations throughout history.