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.

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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

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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

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