Also known as M51, we earthlings see this galaxy as intertwined with its companion galaxy, the dwarf NGC5195, even though they are ~25 million light-years apart.
ReadJust below Orion's belt, this nebula is a highlight of the North American winter sky and is one of the most photographed and studied celestial objects.
ReadAs a kid, I always marvelled at images of the Horsehead Nebula and, ever since then, I’ve wanted to see its true beauty for myself... just wow.
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