NGC 3132. The Eight Burst Nebula. Southern Ring

Click on the image for a full resolution version   NGC 3132 is a planetary nebula located in the Southern constellation Vela. Although it is pretty close to our Solar System, about 2,000 light years, its small size (1 arcmin), makes it difficult to grab detail of its intricate structure. The star located near its … Continue reading NGC 3132. The Eight Burst Nebula. Southern Ring