Helix Nebula the Constellation of Aquarius
The Helix Nebula (NGC 7293), is a large planetary nebula, one of the closest to the Earth. The Helix Nebula lies about 655 - 700 light-years away in the constellation of Aquarius (the Water Bearer), in the southern hemisphere. The Helix Nebula Discovered by a German astronomer Karl Ludwig Harding, most likely before 1824. Credit: European Southern Observatory (ESO); ESO's La Silla Observatory; The clip has been used in accordance with fair use, been repurposed with the intent of educating and inspiring others. #space #nebula #astronomy #NGC7293 #hubble #constellation
The Helix Nebula (NGC 7293), is a large planetary nebula, one of the closest to the Earth. The Helix Nebula lies about 655 - 700 light-years away in the constellation of Aquarius (the Water Bearer), in the southern hemisphere. The Helix Nebula Discovered by a German astronomer Karl Ludwig Harding, most likely before 1824. Credit: European Southern Observatory (ESO); ESO's La Silla Observatory; The clip has been used in accordance with fair use, been repurposed with the intent of educating and inspiring others. #space #nebula #astronomy #NGC7293 #hubble #constellation