Starry Chandelier Cluster

A NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope image released on June 26, 2026, showcases the globular cluster NGC 6723, also known as the Chandelier Cluster. Located 27,000 light-years away within the constellation Sagittarius, this cluster sparkles with countless individual stars. These celestial bodies act as the lightbulbs of the chandelier. Globular clusters such as NGC 6723 are significant because they contain some of the oldest stars in the universe, providing a glimpse into cosmic history.