Galactic Collection (#8)

NGC 4038-4039, Interacting Galaxies in Corvus

Elliptical galaxy NGC 1275
NGC 1275, also known as Perseus A, is a large elliptical galaxy with an active supermassive black hole at its center which spews plasma jets and filaments over 20

Digitally generated image of deep space

The central region of the Milky Way galaxy
In this image, observations using infrared light and X-ray light see through the obscuring dust and reveal the intense activity near the galactic core of the Milky Way

A collection of colorful nebulae, gases, dust, stars and interstellar matter

Sharpless 140 in the constellation Cepheus
Sharpless 140 lies almost 3000 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cepheus. At its heart is a cluster of three deeply embedded young stars

Irregular galaxy NGC 1427A
The irregular galaxy NGC 1427A is a spectacular example of the stellar rumble. Under the gravitational grasp of a large gang of galaxies, called the Fornax cluster

The Hand of Destiny Nebula is devouring the star Abigor
The Hand of Destiny Nebula, also known as the Hand of Ukobach, is devouring the star Abigor. The struggle between the two monstrous powers is causing all of Abigors planets to boil away their lighter

M101, The Pinwheel Galaxy in Ursa Major

Open cluster Messier 39 in the constellation Cygnus

A rough planet crashing into another planet somewhere in our Milky Way galaxy

An aurora display over Okalahoma during the Okie-Tex Star Party
A rare aurora display over Okalahoma during the Okie-Tex Star Party

NGC 3628, the Hamburger Galaxy

Widefield view of the southern constellations of Centaurus and Crux
Widefield view of Alpha and Beta Centauri stars in the southern constellation of Centaurus, along with the Southern Cross in the constellation Crux

Spiral galaxy Messier 106
Messier 106 (also known as NGC 4258) is a spiral galaxy in the constellation Canes Venatici and is a Seyfert II galaxy, which means that due to x-rays and unusual emission lines detected

The North America Nebula and dark nebulae in Cygnus
The area of northern Cygnus showing the dark nebula LeGentil 3 north of Cygnus in the Milky Way, along with the North America Nebula and the Pelican Nebula near Deneb

Polaris surrounded by molecular clouds
Polaris, also known as the north star, is surrounded by large complex dust structures, known as molecular clouds or galactic cirrus

Large Magellanic Cloud

Gaseous dense clouds form new stars in the cosmos

Fish-eye panorama of Milky Way above the Table Mountain Star Party in Washington state
July 25, 2014 - A 360 degree panorama of the Table Mountain Star Party held at the Eden Valley Guest Ranch in northern Washington state

Cluster of Interacting Galaxies
This image shows three galaxies playing a game of gravitational tug-of-war that may result in the eventual demise of one of them

Winter Milky Way from New Mexico
March 10, 2015 - A vertical sweep with a 15mm ultrawide lens from the horizon to past the zenith, taking in a large part of the northern winter Milky Way

The Milky Way shines brightly over a hulless barley field in Tibet, China
The Milky Way shines brightly against the waxing moon over a hulless barley field in Tibet, China

Composite image of a galaxy cluster
This is a new composite image of galaxy cluster MS0735.6+7421, located about 2.6 billion light-years away in the constellation Camelopardalis

View from Mount Lemmon overlooking the city of Tucson, Arizona
A view from midway up Mount Lemmon, looking down into Tucson, Arizona. Orion, Jupiter, and the Pleiades float above the city lights

Globular cluster NGC 2808
The massive globular cluster NGC 2808 provide evidence that star birth went boom, boom, boom, with three generations of stars forming very early in the clusters life

Messier 101, the Pinwheel Galaxy

Spherical yellow nebula in deep dark sky

The colorful region around Antares in Scorpius and blue Rho Ophiuchi in Ophiuchus
The colorful region around yellow Antares (bottom) in Scorpius and blue Rho Ophiuchi (top) in Ophiuchus. The nebulae are largely reflection nebulae

A wandering comet passing through an alien star system

Milky Way rises the McDonald Observatory near Fort Davis, Texas
The summer Milky Way rises over the McDonald Observatory near Fort Davis, Texas

Milky Way appears through smoke over the McDonald Observatory
As a wildfire burns dangerously close, the astronomers at the McDonald Observatory in Fort Davis, Texas continue to work through the night

Aquila constellation and the Serpens-Ophiuchus double cluster of IC 4756 and NGC 663. Altair and Terazed stars are visible at top

Spiral Galaxy NGC 2841
A majestic disk of stars and dust lanes in this view of spiral galaxy NGC 2841, which lies 46 million light-years away in the constellation of Ursa Major (The Great Bear)

Illustration of a supermassive black hole at the core of a young, star-rich galaxy
This artists conception illustrates one of the most primitive supermassive black holes known, at the core of a young, star-rich galaxy

Winter sky panorama with various deep sky objects

Galaxies M81 and M82 as seen through the Intergalactic Flux Nebula
The galaxies M81 and M82 as seen through the Intergalactic Flux Nebula

The night sky from a hypothetical alien planet
This artists concept illustrates what the night sky might look like from a hypothetical alien planet in a star system with an asteroid belt 25 times as massive as the one in our own solar system

Skygazer standing under the stars at Grasslands National Park, Canada
August 25, 2014 - A 360 degree panorama of the landscape and skyscape at Grasslands National Park, Saskatchewan, Canada. The Milky Way arches overhead from south to north at right

IC 342, an intermediate spiral galaxy in the constellation Camelopardalis

A spectacular view of the Milky Way over Tibet, China

Messier 31, the Andromeda Galaxy. This image captured with a telescope and a scientific CCD camera

A possible newfound planet spins through a clearing in a nearby stars dusty, planet-forming
In this artists conception, a possible newfound planet spins through a clearing in a nearby stars dusty, planet-forming disc

Light and matter being pulled into a black hole
A black hole is an area of space where gravity is so dense that light and matter are pulled into it

Milky Way panorama at Cameron Lake, Alberta, Canada
September 21, 2014 - A 360 degree panorama of the Milky Way and night sky taken at Cameron Lake in Waterton Lakes National Park, Alberta, Canada. The ground is lit solely by starlight

Coma Cluster of galaxies
The Hubble Space Telescope captures the magnificent starry population of the Coma Cluster of galaxies, one of the densest known galaxy collections in the universe

Messier 6, the Butterfly Cluster in the constellation of Scorpius

Milky Way over the needle rock formations of Bryce Canyon, Utah
The rising sun begins fading away the nightime Milky Way over the needle rock formations of Bryce Canyon, Utah

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"Exploring the Galactic Marvels: From Hubble Ultra Deep Field to Interacting Galaxies" Embark on a cosmic journey as we delve into the wonders of our galactic neighborhood. The Hubble Ultra Deep Field galaxies reveal a breathtaking tapestry of celestial bodies, each one telling its own unique story. Marvel at the Messier objects, a full set of captivating treasures scattered across the vast expanse of space. Among them, behold the mesmerizing M51 Whirlpool Galaxy, where swirling arms dance in an eternal cosmic ballet. Gaze upon the enigmatic Sombrero Galaxy (M104), captured by HST's lens in all its majestic glory. Its distinct shape and dark dust lane make it an iconic sight within our universe's tapestry. Witness the Antennae colliding galaxies as they merge and intertwine, creating stunning displays of stellar fireworks that illuminate distant corners of space with their radiant energy. The Spiral galaxy NGC 2841 enchants us with its graceful spiraling arms, showcasing nature's artistic prowess on a grand scale. It serves as a reminder that beauty can be found even in the most remote corners of our cosmos. In Scorpius constellation lies hidden secrets waiting to be discovered – ancient stars forming patterns that have fascinated humanity for centuries. Behold the grandeur of Messier 104 - The Majestic Sombrero Galaxy. This celestial hat adorns our night sky with elegance and mystery, inviting us to ponder over its origins and existence. Our neighboring Andromeda galaxy beckons us from afar, offering glimpses into another world beyond our own. Its spiral structure mirrors our Milky Way but holds countless mysteries yet to be unraveled. Through conceptual imagery depicting "Observing the Universe, " we are reminded that human curiosity knows no bounds when it comes to unraveling the secrets held within these galactic realms. HST's deep-view reveals several very distant galaxies dotting space, like precious gems scattered across a cosmic canvas.