Messier 84

Messier 84 (M84) is a giant elliptical or lenticular galaxy located in the constellation Virgo, approximately 60 million light-years away, and reaches its annual culmination at astronomical midnight and is best observed during the spring months.

Markarian’s Chain

Markarian’s Chain is a visually striking alignment of galaxies in the Virgo constellation, showcasing a series of gravitationally interacting galaxies, such as Messier 84 and Messier 86. It reaches its annual culmination at astronomical midnight around mid April.

Astrophoto: Markarian’s Chain – 06/21

At CS number 16 started something completely new. I shot with a piggyback camera. This evening was a horrortrip, at least i came out with something to show.

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