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Gemini's ruling planet: ☿ Mercury.
The zodiac constellation Gemini has been known since ancient times. It is named after the Dioscuri, the twins of Greek mythology, Castor and Pollux, who joined the Argonauts in their quest for the Golden Fleece. The constellation's two brightest stars bear their names.
Gemini contains a remarkable binary system: a red dwarf orbits extremely close to a white dwarf. The stars are so close that material flows between them. The ancient Greeks couldn't have known about this unusual pair when naming the constellation; its details are invisible from Earth to the naked eye. That makes its presence in the constellation of the Twins a particularly striking coincidence.
Gemini holds plenty more to intrigue astronomers, including a star resembling our Sun. Many scientists have considered this region a possible place to look for intelligent life. In 2001, a radio message from Earth to extraterrestrial civilizations was sent toward Gemini.
Gemini Astrology: Dates, Element, and Ruling Planet
Gemini Months: May and June
Gemini is the third zodiac sign. Depending on the year, the Sun enters it on May 20 or 21 and leaves on June 20 or 21.
Gemini Season: Spring
Gemini is the third sign of spring. Sunshine is already approaching summer brightness, and the summer solstice draws near. Trees and flowers bloom, filling the landscape with variety. This season gives Gemini their lively nature, wide-ranging interests, and passion for travel.
Gemini's Element: Air
Air represents lightness, movement, and the ways people connect. Air itself is freedom: the desire for complete equality without boundaries. The most changeable and unpredictable astrological element, it rules contact, conversation, and communication. Its three signs are Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius.
As an air sign, Gemini adapts beautifully to different circumstances and loves change and adventure. They're easy to meet and pleasant to talk to, with a lively personality and rich imagination. Their extraordinary plans and ideas can leave everyone around them spellbound.
Gemini's Ruling Planet: Mercury
Mercury, the winged messenger of the gods, arrives on light wings and sets people talking and debating. In astrology, the planet governs intelligence, learning, ways of thinking, logic, reasoning, and every kind of intellectual exchange. Trade belongs to Mercury, too. Its motto is “I'm curious!”
Mercury gives Gemini the irrepressible desire to see and learn everything, preferably while being in several places at once. Its influence explains their skill at handling enormous amounts of information, speaking at length and persuasively, and making connections with countless people.
Gemini color: Rich emerald green, the color of lush leaves and fresh growth.
Gemini metal: Mercury.
Gemini talisman stones: Beryl and garnet.
Gemini's opposite and complementary sign: Sagittarius.
Places Associated with Gemini
Countries and cities with a similar energy, where Gemini feels at home:
Countries and regions: Belgium, Canada, Lower Egypt, the United States, and Wales.
Cities: Bruges, London, Mainz, Melbourne, Metz, Nuremberg, San Francisco, and Versailles.
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