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NGC 6820

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NGC 6820 is a relatively bright patch of nebulosity in Vulpecula, surrounded by fainter wisps of glowing hydrogen. It contains may fascinating structures including the dominant pillar. The dark areas of this cloud are star forming regions. The cluster of stars at the center is designated NGC 6823, which is probably responsible for energizing the surrounding hydrogen.

Takahashi Sky 90 at f/4.5
SBIG STL-4020M (self-guided)
Takahashi EM-200
Hutech LPS filter
H-Alpha: 9x20 minutes
Processed with Maxim/DL and Photoshop CS3
Noel Carboni's Astronomy Tools