Cities at night from space

It is that time of the year when Christmas lights are everywhere and it is fun to ride around the neighborhoods and look at the many varied light displays.

But, the astronauts on the International Space Station are also viewing some very interesting and beautiful lights -- the lights of cities.

As seen from space at night, cities are beautiful sights.

To view 21 pictures of various cities as seen from the Space Station, HERE’S THE LINK

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