Celestial hemisphere:  Southern  ·  Constellation: Norma (Nor)  ·  Contains:  NGC 6164  ·  NGC 6165
NGC 6164 HOO with RGB stars, Hugo Landolfi
NGC 6164 HOO with RGB stars
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NGC 6164 HOO with RGB stars

NGC 6164 HOO with RGB stars, Hugo Landolfi
NGC 6164 HOO with RGB stars
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NGC 6164 HOO with RGB stars

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Captured in this frame is the enigmatic nebula, NGC 6164, often overshadowed by the more popular nebulas in the night sky, yet no less spectacular. Located approximately 4,200 light years away in the constellation Norma, this bipolar emission nebula showcases a breathtaking interplay of lights and shadows.The vibrant hues captured here are a testament to the hot, young, O-type star situated at the nebula's heart, shedding its outer layers, and illuminating the surrounding gas. The symmetrical appearance is a result of immense stellar winds which push outwards, sculpting the gas into this mesmerizing, almost mirrored, formation.Astrophotographers often seek out the more known regions of our cosmos, but gems like NGC 6164 remind us that there are still vast, uncharted territories of beauty waiting to be unveiled. The delicate balance of light, colors, and the dynamics of space evident in this image stand as a testimony to the wonders our universe holds.Shot using a Meade Series 6000 130 APO, this image required 22+ hours of exposure to bring out the intricate details of this stellar wonder. The challenge lay not just in capturing the nebula itself, but in portraying the sheer vastness and intricacy of the space that surrounds it. Dive deep into the image, and you might find more than just the nebula; distant galaxies and stars form a shimmering backdrop, reminding us of our place in the cosmos.

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NGC 6164 HOO with RGB stars, Hugo Landolfi