This amazing star-forming region harbours approximately 2500 young stars that collectively energize the surrounding atoms that themselves give off the radiation we see from this emission nebula.
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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