Astronomy: Solar System: Venus

From NASA's photo gallery.

Concise introduction to the planet, with resources.

Extensive detail on the soviet missions between 1961 to 1984. Includes many images that have been digitally enhanced.

From "Views of the Solar System".

Details on this planet.

From The Nine Planets.

Facts, early knowledge and history of man's exploration of Venus.

NASA's Windows to the Universe.

Although it looks a lot like Earth, it's actually dramatically different.

Planetary profile and vital statistics, some pictures.