... Visual Effects: Wonders of the Universe . ... What would it be like to stand atop the tallest mountain on Earth? ... Visible are snow peaked mountains near and far, tremendous cliffs, distant plateaus, the tops of clouds, and a dark blue sky. ... The Tadpoles of IC 410 . ... 50 Years Ago: Yuri s Planet . ... Commenting on the first view from space he reported, "The sky is very dark; the Earth is bluish. ... Lunar Farside . ... From lunar orbit, the Moon's farside can become familiar, though. ...