Большая Медведица, or the Great Bear, is a prominent constellation in the northern sky. It is easily recognizable due to its distinctive shape, which resembles a bear and includes seven bright stars that form a pattern known as the "Big Dipper." This constellation is visible throughout the year in many parts of the northern hemisphere. The stars of Большая Медведица have been used for navigation for centuries. The two stars at the end of the "Dipper" point towards Полярная звезда, or the North Star, which is a key reference point for finding true north. This constellation has significant cultural importance in various mythologies and is often associated with stories of bears.