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Old 05-11-2009, 05:14 PM
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Sky maps are usually drawn left-right inverted

N
E W
S

so you hold them overhead and rotated to match the direction you are facing

There should be markings to tell you which side is which. Depending on whether they are intended for northern or southern observers, you might find the writing upside down.
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