It's a whole day dedicated to celebrating and exploring Mars, our fascinating neighbour in the solar system. From its towering volcanoes that dwarf those on Earth to its sweeping dust storms that last for months, Mars is a world of wonders just waiting to be discovered..Ever thought about visiting Mars? While you can't just hop on a spaceship (yet!), Mars has some of the coolest landscapes in our solar system. It's home to Olympus Mons, the tallest volcano and mountain in the entire solar system. It's about three times the height of Mount Everest—talk about reaching for the stars!.If you're looking forward to your next birthday, Mars might be the place for you. A year on Mars lasts about 687 Earth days. This means if you lived on Mars, you’d have a birthday only every two Earth years. Imagine waiting that long for your birthday cake!.Mars has water, but not like we do on Earth—it’s all frozen. This ice isn't just in little cubes like in your soda; it's in huge ice caps at the poles, mixed with layers of dust. Scientists are super excited because where there’s water, there might be life—even if it’s just tiny microbes..Forget snow days; what about a dust storm day? Mars is known for massive dust storms that can cover the whole planet! These storms aren't just a sprinkle of dust—they can last for months and block out the sun. Good thing you don’t have to shovel dust like snow!.Mars is currently explored by robots, not humans. These rovers, like Curiosity and Perseverance, are the tireless explorers of Mars. They roam around, take selfies (yes, really!), and send back awesome info. Thanks to them, we know what Martian sunsets look like—and they're blue!.Take a selfie with Mars! Did you know you can see Mars from Earth? Sometimes, it's visible to the naked eye, looking like a bright red star. So next time Mars is up in the night sky, why not snap a cool selfie with the Red Planet as your backdrop?
