NGC 6188: Dragons of Ara

NGC 6188: Dragons of Ara

NGC 6188: Dragons of Ara

NGC 6188: Dragons of Ara

NGC 6188: Dragons of Ara. A Southern Hemisphere emission nebula in the constellation Ara about 4,000 light years away. NGC 6188 is an active star-forming region with dark cosmic dust and glowing gas creating an impression of two dragons facing each other.

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Stargazing Masterpiece: Amateur Astrophotography Captures Stunning Southern Nebulae In the heart of the Central Australian Desert, where light pollution is virtually non-existent and the winter sky...

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What Makes Dragons of Ara the Universe's Most Spectacular Star Nursery? Discover the Dragons of Ara (NGC 6188), a stunning 300-light-year star nursery where cosmic forces create new stars. Learn viewing tips & latest disco

Discover the Dragons of Ara (NGC 6188), a stunning 300-light-year star nursery where cosmic forces create new stars.

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I’ve been a bit quiet on here lately, but I’ve been working on a project.
After 65 hours of integration, my largest and longest astro image to date is finally complete. This is a 4-panel mosaic of the Fighting Dragons of Ara 🐉🔥

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A stunning image of the NGC 6188 emission nebula in the Ara constellation. Resembling fantastical dragons sculpted from gas and dust, this nebula is illuminated by young, massive stars. The image showcases intricate details spanning over 150 light years, a testament to the power and beauty of stellar processes. Credit: Carlos Taylor.

Astronomy Picture from 19/06/2024

NGC 6188: Dragons of Ara

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap240619.html


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A breathtaking image of NGC 6188, a vibrant nebula 4000 light-years away. The image showcases the striking contrast of blue reflected light from young stars, red glowing hydrogen gas, and dark, obscuring dust. The open cluster NGC 6193, a rich source of binary stars, is prominently featured within this cosmic masterpiece. This stunning view is a testament to the beauty and complexity of star formation within our galaxy.

Astronomy Picture from 25/08/1999

Reflections on NGC 6188

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap990825.html


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A stunning image of NGC 6188, an emission nebula in the Ara constellation, showcasing its intricate shapes sculpted by stellar winds and intense UV radiation from young, massive stars. The nebula's vibrant red and purple hues contrast beautifully with the surrounding dark space, speckled with distant stars. NGC 6164, a rare emission nebula, is also visible at the upper right. The image spans approximately two full Moons.

Astronomy Picture from 28/07/2011

NGC 6188 and NGC 6164

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap110728.html


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