Messier 29

Messier 29 is a compact open star cluster located within the constellation Cygnus, approximately 4,000–5,200 light-years from Earth, and reaches its annual culmination at astronomical midnight and is best observed in late July.

Astrophoto: Messier 29 – 09/23

Open star clusters are always welcome targets when it is clear that the weather will not hold in the coming days, and only a limited amount of exposure time will be available.

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