Stunning telescopic image of NGC 7789, also known as Caroline's Rose, a star cluster in Cassiopeia. This 1.6 billion-year-old open cluster, discovered by Caroline Herschel, shows a beautiful array of stars, with red giants standing out against the background of the Milky Way. Its appearance resembles nested rose petals.

Astronomy Picture from 06/07/2024

NGC 7789: Caroline's Rose

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap240706.html


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