Varda

Varda — trans-Neptunian object, explore its interactive 3D model in Cosmoscope.

Explore Varda in a live 3D Solar System. Follow its calculated motion and inspect real astronomical data, distances and orbital facts.

A classical Kuiper Belt world named for a Tolkien deity, orbited by its moon Ilmarë.

Diameter
~648 km
Discovered
2003
Class
Classical KBO
Moon
Ilmarë

Explore Varda in 3D

Cosmoscope places Varda in the Solar System using astronomical ephemeris or orbital elements, updated for the simulation time. Explore its calculated motion, distance and orbital facts in the interactive 3D view. Accuracy depends on the orbital model and its valid time range.

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