The spiral galaxy NGC 6744 in the constellation of Pavo
This chart shows the location of the spiral galaxy NGC 6744 within the constellation of Pavo (The Peacock). This map shows most of the stars visible to the unaided eye under good conditions and the galaxy itself is marked with a red ellipse in a red circle. This galaxy can be easily seen with a small telescope.
Credit:ESO, IAU and Sky & Telescope
About the Image
| Id: | eso1118b |
| Type: | Chart |
| Release date: | 1 June 2011, 12:00 |
| Related releases: | eso1118 |
| Size: | 3338 x 3284 px |
About the Object
| Name: | NGC 6744, Pavo Constellation |
| Type: | Local Universe : Sky Phenomenon : Night Sky : Constellation |
| Distance: | 30 million light years |
| Category: | Illustrations |
