Globular cluster NGC1916 near N119 in the Large Magellanic Cloud
This image is centered on the bright, rich and compact cluster (NGC 1916), located close to N119. N119 is an "H II region" in the LMC. The most remarkable characteristic is its pronounced spiral shape that is reminiscent of a barred spiral galaxy.
Credit:ESO
About the Image
| Id: | eso9931f |
| Type: | Observation |
| Release date: | 22 June 1999 |
| Related releases: | eso9931 |
| Size: | 2303 x 2298 px |
About the Object
| Name: | NGC 1916 |
| Type: | Local Universe : Star : Grouping : Cluster : Globular |
| Distance: | 170000 light years |
| Constellation: | Dorado |
| Category: | Star Clusters |
Coordinates
| Position (RA): | 5 18 37.80 |
| Position (Dec): | -69° 24' 23.29" |
| Field of view: | 3.44 x 3.43 arcminutes |
| Orientation: | North is 0.0° right of vertical |
View in WorldWide Telescope:
Colours & filters
| Band | Telescope |
|---|---|
| Optical B | MPG/ESO 2.2-metre telescope WFI |
| Optical V | MPG/ESO 2.2-metre telescope WFI |
| Optical H-alpha | MPG/ESO 2.2-metre telescope WFI |