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  • When Was Jupiter First Observed? A Historical Overview
    Jupiter was not "discovered" in the way that a new planet might be found today. It has been visible to the naked eye since ancient times.

    While the exact date of its first observation is unknown, it was known to ancient civilizations like the Babylonians, Egyptians, and Greeks. It was likely observed even earlier.

    So, while there's no single year of discovery, Jupiter has been a known celestial body for thousands of years.

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