Celestial hemisphere:  Northern  ·  Constellation: Cygnus (Cyg)  ·  Contains:  Crescent Nebula  ·  NGC 6888
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NGC6888 - Crescent Nebula, MarcoPalaferri
NGC6888 - Crescent Nebula
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NGC6888 - Crescent Nebula, MarcoPalaferri
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Are you ready to discover the incredible beauty of the Crescent Nebula? This jewel of the night sky, located in the constellation of Cygnus, is a breathtaking spectacle of lights and colors that will leave you in awe. Its sinuous and fascinating shape is the result of the interaction between a massive star and the surrounding gas. But don't be fooled by its delicacy: the Crescent Nebula is a hostile environment for stars, where powerful stellar winds and ultraviolet radiation can even test the strongest. Are you ready to venture into this world of cosmic wonders?

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NGC6888 - Crescent Nebula, MarcoPalaferri

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