Explore the mystical constellation of Cetus, a sea monster in the southern sky. This constellation, identified by Ptolemy, is part of the 88 modern constellations. Cetus is situated in the Water region of the sky, alongside Aquarius, Pisces, and Eridanus.

According to Greek mythology, Cetus symbolizes the sea monster sent by Poseidon to devour Andromeda, the daughter of King Cepheus and Queen Cassiopeia. Chained to a rock as a sacrifice, Andromeda was saved by the hero Perseus.

Witness the beauty of Cetus from November to January in the Northern Hemisphere. Its unique shape resembles a sea monster reaching out towards Pisces, making it easily recognizable in the night sky.