SN 1006 was a supernova in the constellation Lupus that appeared in the sky in 1006 and is generally considered the brightest stellar event recorded in human history. It was seen across the world: Chinese and Japanese astronomers described it in detail, the Egyptian astronomer Ali ibn Ridwan wrote a famous account, and European chroniclers, including monks at St Gall, noted a new bright star. It was so luminous that it was reportedly visible in daylight and cast shadows at night, remaining visible for months. The remnant, an expanding shell of gas, was identified by modern radio and X-ray telescopes. Astronomers think it was a type Ia supernova caused by the explosion of a white dwarf.
Before and after
- from 11th century to 18th centuryHouse of Habsburg
- 11th centuryConstruction of Chora Church
- from 1005 to 1797Republic of Genoa
- 1006Construction of Gonbad-e Qabus
- 1006SN 1006
- 1006The brightest supernova in recorded history appears
- from 1007 to 1090Construction of Qal'at Bani Hammad
- c. 1010Origins of Hanoi
- 1010Construction of Prahadisvarar Temple
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- from c. 1420s to 1440sFounding of Ulugh Beg Observatory
- 7 January 1610Discovery of Io
- 25 March 1655Discovery of Titan
- 23 September 1846Discovery of Neptune
- 12 August 1877Discovery of Deimos
- 17 August 1877Discovery of Phobos
The era
This moment belongs to the Medieval world (500 CE to 1500 CE), kingdoms, faiths and trade routes. You can also browse everything in the 11th century.