Hercules

A well-formed crater immediately south of Atlas, featuring a central peak and terraced walls.

Visual Description

Hercules appeared as a well-defined crater just south of the larger Atlas. The crater showed excellent wall detail with visible terracing, and a small central peak was detectable. The floor appeared brighter and less complex than Atlas, providing a nice contrast between the two adjacent craters.

Notable Features

• Well-preserved crater with terraced walls
• Small but distinct central peak
• Cleaner, less cluttered floor than Atlas
• Forms prominent pair with Atlas to the north
• Located near Mare Frigoris

Notes

• Named after the hero Heracles (Hercules) from Greek mythology
• Best observed 4-6 days after new moon
• The size difference with Atlas makes for an interesting comparison
• Coordinates: 46.7°N, 39.2°E
• Good example of a well-preserved crater