04/12/2025
A remarkable photo of the Holy Kaaba seen from space has captured global attention after NASA astronaut Don Pettit shared it on X. He noted that the bright point visible from orbit is the Kaaba itself, shining distinctly even from such an extraordinary distance.
Pettit, known for his exceptional space photography during his missions on the International Space Station, took the image through the Cupola window using a high-resolution Nikon camera. The rare perspective has amazed viewers worldwide and continues to circulate widely online.