Hercules Globular Cluster

Messier 13 or the Hercules globular cluster

Hercules Globular Cluster is Messier 13 or designated NGC 6205, a globular cluster of several hundred thousand stars in the Hercules constellation. For many stargazers, M13 is the finest globular cluster in the northern half of the heavens. It is in a star pattern Keystone– an asymmetrical square in the constellation Hercules … Read more

What are Double Stars?

a portion of the moon’s image, night sky with stars, with two brightest stars, and the image of mountains

Stargazing is perhaps one of the most loved recreational activities among the lovers of the heavenly bodies. Who does not like and amazed by their magnificence anyway? The moon, star clusters, the vast universe, shooting stars, and the serene and calming night sky. It may be overwhelming to some beginners in the field … Read more

The Orion Nebula

stars, galaxy, milky way, nebula, emission nebula, Orion constellation

The Orion Nebula, also known as Messier 42 or M 42, is a bright emission nebula about 1,350 light-years away from Earth and more than 10 light-years across. It’s a nursery of star formation and contains hundreds of O-type young stars. These young stars are clustered about the Trapezium, a nexus of … Read more

What galaxies are visible from the Earth without a telescope?

night sky

Stars, planets, and other interstellar matter are littered across the night sky. They’re all held together into a system by gravity. This gravitational-bound system is called a galaxy. As of the present discoveries, there are approximately 100 billion galaxies out there. Most of them could be seen only through the telescope. Fortunately, … Read more

What to Consider Before Buying a Telescope

a gold and silver refractor telescope

Using a telescope is a great way to view the objects in the sky clearly. However, before buying a telescope, whether it is your first, second, or fifth one, it is essential to be fully informed first. This will help you make the best choice when you head to stores or purchase … Read more

Why You Should Try Stargazing

If you are looking for some peace, quiet, and relaxing time outdoors, then stargazing is one of the things that you must try to experience. It will provide you with a quiet night, a soft breeze, and a sky full of bright shining stars that you can watch with your loved ones. … Read more