Omega Centauri Collection

Southern Milky Way from Vela to Centaurus with Crux & Carina
The southern Milky Way from Vela (at right) to Centaurus (at left), with the False Cross at left, the true Southern Cross at right of centre, and Alpha and Beta Centauri at left

Omega Centauri globular cluster in the constellation Centaurus

Omega Centauri, NGC 5139, is the largest star cluster visible from earth through an amateur telescope. This southern-hemisphere object is visible to some northern-hemisphere areas

Omega Centauri globular star cluster

Southern Milky Way
The spectacular area of the southern Milky Way from the Eta Carinae Nebula at right, to the Southern Cross at center, and the twin stars of Alpha and Beta Centauri at left

The constellation of Centaurus and its dark lanes of nebulosity in the southern Milky Way. Alpha and Beta Centauri is visible at right, and Omega Centauri at upper right

Omega Centauri or NGC 5139 is a globular cluster of stars seen in the constellation of Centaurus. It is both the brightest and the largest known globular cluster associated with the Milky Way

The core of the globular cluster Omega Centauri
The core of the spectacular globular cluster Omega Centauri, also known as NGC 5139, glitters with the combined light of 2 million stars

NGC 5139, Omega Centauri globular cluster in Centaurus
Omega Centauri (NGC 5139) globular cluster in the constellation Centaurus

Optical image of globular cluster Omega Centauri
Omega Centauri globular star cluster. True-colour optical image of the globular star cluster Omega Centauri (NGC 5139). This is one of the largest and brightest globular clusters in our galaxy

Optical photo of globular cluster Omega Centauri
Omega Centauri globular star cluster. True-colour optical image of the globular star cluster Omega Centauri (NGC 5139). This is one of the largest and brightest globular clusters in our galaxy

Halleys comet photographed from New Zealand in October 1986. The Moon is behind cloud at bottom right. Named after Edmund Halley (1656-1742), who first recognised its periodicity

Omega Centauri
Optical image of the globular star cluster Omega Centauri (NGC 5139) which is situated in the constellation of Centaurus 20, 000 light years away from Earth

Crux and the southern celestial pole
Crux constellation and the southern celestial pole. Crux, the southern cross, is formed of four bright stars in the Milky Way at upper centre

Centaurus and Crux constellations. These are bright constellations in the southern hemisphere, representing a centaur and the Southern Cross respectively

Optical photograph of the Milky Way
Optical photograph of part of the Milky Way in the constellation of the Southern Cross, showing the dark Coalsack nebula at centre

Omega Centauri globular cluster
Omega Centauri (NGC 5139), the largest of the globular star clusters in our galaxy, optical image. Found in the constellation of Centaurus

Omega Centauri (NGC 5139) composite image
Omega Centauri (NGC 5139). Composite infrared and optical image of the Omega Centauri globular cluster. Globular clusters are spherical groups of very old stars, about 12 billion years old

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A mesmerizing sight awaits as we delve into the depths of space, where a cluster brimming with millions of stars glistens like an iridescent opal. Behold Omega Centauri, the captivating globular star cluster that enchants astronomers and stargazers alike. Located in the constellation of Centaurus, this celestial wonder known as NGC 5139 is a true spectacle to behold. Its resplendent beauty stretches across the Southern Milky Way, from Vela to Centaurus, adorned by the iconic constellations of Crux and Carina. As we gaze upon this cosmic marvel, we are drawn into its ethereal allure. The dark lanes of nebulosity within Centaurus add depth and mystery to this already enchanting scene. It's as if nature itself has painted a masterpiece on the canvas of our universe. Omega Centauri stands out among other globular clusters for its sheer brilliance and vastness. With countless stars tightly packed together, it creates a breathtaking display akin to swirling star trails dancing through space. This image captured by NASA unveils only a fraction of Omega Centauri's grandeur. Within its boundaries lie millions upon millions of stars, each one contributing to the radiant glow that emanates from this stellar congregation. Let your imagination soar as you explore Omega Centauri's secrets hidden within its luminous core. Marvel at how time seems suspended amidst these ancient celestial bodies that have witnessed eons pass by in their timeless existence. So next time you find yourself gazing up at the night sky, remember to search for Omega Centauri – a beacon of light amidst our vast cosmos – reminding us just how awe-inspiring and wondrous our universe truly is.