This was reported by Ukrinform with reference to Science Alert.

Its images, taken between December 24 and January 1, show the surface of the Moon and Earth. The Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI) said in a statement that it was made from a distance of less than 120 kilometers from the surface of our planet’s satellite.

The images and video will “be used to select potential sites for a moon landing in 2032,” he said.

KARI added that Danuri orbits the moon every two hours.

Next month, the orbiter will begin its science mission, which includes mapping and analyzing the lunar terrain, as well as measuring magnetic strength and gamma radiation.

It will also test experimental “space internet” technology by transmitting photos and videos to Earth.

South Korean President Yoon Seok-yeol described Danuri’s success as a “historic moment” in the country’s space program.

South Korea has made ambitious space plans, including landing a spacecraft on the moon by 2032 and on Mars by 2045.

Danuri is South Korea’s first lunar orbiter. Last week, it successfully entered lunar orbit.

Photo: “KARI”