Clusters, Nebulae, Galaxies

Deep-sky objects (DSO) are celestial objects that lie outside the Solar System. They comprise galaxies, planetary nebulae, and star clusters. Deep-sky objects appear as fuzzy spots to the naked eye and start to take shape when looked at through binoculars or a telescope. Here, you’ll learn when and how to observe the most famous DSOs.

Pleiades near Moon

The Pleiades: One of the Best Naked-Eye Deep-Sky Objects

~7 min
Astronomical News

How many stars can be observed in the Pleiades star cluster? 💫 Most stargazers only see six – learn how to spot more!

Magic of the Christmas Night Sky: Planets, Asterisms, and More!

~4 min
Astronomical News

Discover what celestial wonders await you in the Christmas sky this year! From bright planets to unique asterisms, learn how to spot them all.

The Beehive Cluster

The Beehive Cluster (Messier 44): 1000 Stars in Cancer’s Heart

~6 min
Astronomical News

The Beehive Cluster is one of the appealing deep-sky objects for both amateur and professional astronomers. You can find it in the sky, too! Discover when and where to see the cluster and what makes it special.

Pleiades

Top 10 Deep-Sky Objects of December 2024

~6 min
Astronomical News

Discover the Andromeda Galaxy, Orion Nebula, Double Cluster in Perseus, and other bright deep-sky objects you can see in December.

Deep-sky objects in November

Top 13 Deep-Sky Objects of November 2024

~9 min
Astronomical News

Want to see a distant galaxy or nebula with your own eyes? Learn about the best deep-sky objects you can observe in November.

Halloween night sky

Stargazing Under the Halloween Night Sky: Uncover Spooky Celestial Wonders

~5 min
Astronomical News

Embrace the spirit of Halloween by exploring the spooky wonders of the cosmos, from demon stars to ghostly nebulae. Get all the cosmic treats this Halloween!

Deep-sky objects in October

Top 15 Deep-Sky Objects of October 2024

~7 min
Astronomical News

See the famous Andromeda Galaxy and many other deep-sky objects this October. Many of them are visible to the naked eye!

Top 12 Deep-Sky Objects of September

Top 12 Deep-Sky Objects of September 2024

~6 min
Astronomical News

Explore the September sky with our guide to the brightest nebulae, star clusters, and galaxies. Get your binoculars and telescopes ready!

Astronomy With Binoculars

Astronomy With Binoculars: Andromeda Galaxy, Orion Nebula, and Much More

~7 min
Astronomical News

Discover the wonders of the deep space with binoculars. Learn how to observe distant galaxies, stunning nebulae, and vibrant star clusters.

Guess the Nebula!

Guess the Nebula!

Quizzes

Can you tell a Horse 🐴 from an Hourglass ⏳ or an Ant 🐜 from a Hammer 🔨? Test your imagination in this fun quiz where you need to **match stunning nebulae photos with their quirky names**. Perfect for space lovers of any age and experience! 🚀