Large Magellanic Clouds Collection

Star formation in the Tarantula Nebula
This Hubble Space Telescope mosaic, spanning a width of 600 light-years, shows a star factory of more the 800, 000 stars being born

IC 2177, the Seagull Nebula. IC 2177 is a bright H II region located on the border of Monoceros and Canis Major

The Large Magellanic Cloud, a satellite galaxy of the Milky Way

The Tarantula Nebula
NGC 2070, The Tarantula Nebula

The Large Magellanic Cloud and bright star Canopus

Widefield view of the Large Magellanic Cloud

Visible light-infrared composite of IC 2177, the Seagull Nebula. IC 2177 is a bright H II region located on the border of Monoceros and Canis Major

Widefield view of the Tarantula Nebula
Widefield view of 30 Doradus, spanning a width of 600 light-years, shows a star factory of more the 800, 000 stars being born

The Tarantula Nebula in the Large Magellanic Cloud
The Tarantula Nebula (NGC 2070) in the Large Magellanic Cloud

A stellar nursery known as R136 in the 30 Doradus Nebula
A massive, young stellar nursery known as R136, located in the 30 Doradus Nebula, a turbulent star-birth region in the Large Magellanic Cloud, a satellite galaxy of our Milky Way

Large Magellanic Cloud

NGC 602, starforming complex in the Small Magellanic Cloud

The southern sky and Milky Way from Canopus up to the Carina Nebula
The southern sky and Milky Way from Canopus (at lower right) up to the Carina Nebula at upper left, with the False Cross in the centre, made of stars from Vela and Carina

The Tarantula Nebula, a star forming region located in the Large Magellanic Cloud
NGC 2070, found in the southern constellation of Dorado, is an intense star forming region located in the Large Magellanic Cloud and is also known as the Tarantula Nebula or 30 Doradus

The Milky Way and the other members of our Local Group of galaxies

This panoramic view encompasses the entire sky as seen by Two Micron All-Sky Survey. The measured brightnesses of half a billion stars (points)

Swirls of gas and dust reside in this region of star formation inside the Large Magellanic
Swirls of gas and dust reside in this ethereal-looking region of star formation. This majestic view, located in the Large Magellanic Cloud (LMC), reveals a region where low-mass

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The Large Magellanic Cloud, a satellite galaxy of the Milky Way, is a breathtaking celestial wonder that never fails to captivate astronomers and stargazers alike. With its stunning array of nebulae and star-forming regions, it offers a glimpse into the mesmerizing beauty of our universe. One such captivating sight within the Large Magellanic Cloud is IC 2177, also known as the Seagull Nebula. This ethereal formation showcases intricate patterns resembling a soaring seagull in flight. Its vibrant colors and delicate tendrils make it an enchanting subject for astrophotography enthusiasts. Another awe-inspiring feature in this galactic neighbor is the Tarantula Nebula, where stars are born amidst swirling clouds of gas and dust. The Tarantula Nebula's immense size makes it one of the most active star-forming regions ever observed. Its sheer magnitude can be appreciated through widefield views that capture its grandeur against the backdrop of space. In close proximity to these wonders lies Canopus, a bright star that illuminates the Large Magellanic Cloud with its radiance. Canopus adds an extra touch of brilliance to this already dazzling spectacle. Amongst all these cosmic marvels resides R136, a stellar nursery nestled within the 30 Doradus Nebula. Here, new stars emerge from colossal clouds of gas and dust, creating an otherworldly scene reminiscent of science fiction movies. Not limited to just one galaxy alone, even its smaller counterpart -the Small Magellanic Cloud- boasts NGC 602; a starforming complex that showcases nature's artistic prowess on both grand and minuscule scales simultaneously. As we gaze upon these remarkable sights in visible light or through infrared composites like IC 2177's composite image reveals hidden details otherwise unseen by human eyes - we are reminded once again how vast and magnificent our universe truly is.