NGC 7380: The Spellbinding Charms of the Wizard Nebula
NGC 7380, the Wizard Nebula in Cepheus, 7000 light-years away, blends open star cluster and vibrant nebulous gases. Discovered in 1787, its allure and vivid colors continue to captivate astronomers and amateurs alike.
NGC 281: The Stunning Pacman Nebula
NGC 281, also known as the Pacman Nebula, located in the constellation of Cassiopeia, enchants with its Pacman-like shape and intricate gas clouds.
NGC 6992: Brightest Part of the Eastern Veil Nebula
Uncover the mesmerizing beauty of NGC 6992, a captivating segment within the Eastern Veil Nebula. Journey 2400 light-years away to explore this cosmic wonder born from a supernova's ancient explosion.
Mysterious Dark Nebula: What Is a Bok Globule
Bok globules, named after astronomer Bart Bok, are dense, dark clouds of gas and dust often a light-year across that can lead to star formation.
NGC 7822: A Cosmic Question Mark
NGC 7822, a cosmic question mark in Cepheus, is a star-forming wonder. Its stunning structure, hosting one of the galaxy's hottest stars, enthralls astronomers and astrophotography enthusiasts alike. This nebula, filled with gas clouds and young stars, offers spectacular visuals and scientific richness, making it a captivating destination for space enthusiasts.
Stargazing Calendar for December 2023
Explore the celestial wonders of December 2023 with meteor showers, planetary alignments, and cosmic events that paint the night sky. Discover the grandeur and beauty of astronomical phenomena in this captivating journey through the stars.
NGC 6960 – The Witch’s Broom Nebula
The Witch's Broom Nebula (NGC 6960), in Cygnus, 2400 light-years away, is a striking, young supernova remnant. Its beauty captures scientists and stargazers, offering insights into cosmic evolution.
Unveiling the Majestic Beauty of the Rosette Nebula
The Rosette Nebula: A cosmic wonder in Monoceros constellation. Learn about its stunning features, formation, and why it appears as a skull.
Panoramic View of the Orion Nebula – Astronomy Picture of the Week
This image, taken by NASA's Hubble Space Telescope, represents the sharpest view ever taken of the Orion Nebula. More than 3,000 stars of various sizes appear in this image. The bright central region is the home of the four largest stars in the nebula.
“Mystic Mountain” in the Carina Nebula – Astronomy Picture of the Week
This close up on the Carina nebula looks like the fantasy "Mystic Mountain" from Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings". The image was taken on Feb. 1-2, 2010 by NASA's Hubble Space Telescope in celebration of the 20th anniversary of Hubble's launch and deployment into an orbit around the Earth.
Astronomy Picture of the Week – Nebula in the Large Magellanic Cloud
This composite image of the nebula near the star cluster NGC 2074 was taken by NASA's Hubble Space Telescope on August 10, 2008, in commemoration of completing its 100,000th orbit in its 18th year since the beginning of the mission.
Ara Constellation
Explore the Ara constellation with its mythological roots, notable stars like Beta Arae, a star with planets, and fascinating deep-sky objects.