"20th Anniversary: Iconic Image Captured by Mars Rover"

The NASA Mars Rover, Spirit, captured the first image of Earth from the surface of another planet on March 8, 2004, marking its 20th anniversary today. This iconic image provided a new perspective on Earth's place in the solar system. Another NASA rover, Curiosity, also captured an image of Earth from inside the Gale crater on Mars, showcasing the Moon as well. While Spirit explored the Martian surface for almost six years, Curiosity continues its work in Gale Crater, and the most advanced NASA rover, Perseverance, has been exploring Jezero Crater since February 2021.