Messier 3 is a
globular cluster that was discovered by
Charles Messier in
1764. This cluster is one of the largest and brightest, and is made up of around 500,000 stars. It is located within
Canes Venatici, a small northern
constellation, at a distance of about 33900
light years. Messier 3 is visible to the naked eye in certain conditions.Photo credit:
Ryan Bruels
Messier 3 is a
globular cluster that was discovered by
Charles Messier in
1764. This cluster is one of the largest and brightest, and is made up of around 500,000 stars. It is located within
Canes Venatici, a small northern
constellation, at a distance of about 33900
light years. Messier 3 is visible to the naked eye in certain conditions.Photo credit:
Ryan Bruels