It's known as 'the red planet' but how much do we really understand about Mars?
Maybe visitors leaving the Winter Gardens know a little more after seeing artist Luke Jerram's astonishing creation.
NASA images have been used to depict the planet which is hanging inside the main theatre area until 28th November.
I was lucky enough to be given a guided tour by Stuart Atkinson, a mars amateur astronomer, writer and all round space enthusiast.
Here's an excerpt from the forthcoming podcast.
