The Pole Star indicates the direction to the

The Pole Star, also known as Polaris, serves as a reliable navigational reference, particularly for observers in the Northern Hemisphere. Located very close to the celestial North Pole, it appears almost stationary in the night sky as other stars appear to rotate around it. For observers near the North Pole, Polaris is directly overhead. Sailors, travelers, and navigators have historically used Polaris to find north, helping establish directions and navigate during night journeys. Its constant position relative to Earth’s axis makes it a dependable celestial compass point, aiding in orientation and navigation in various cultural and historical contexts.