And VI is an elliptical (E3) galaxy 2.67 million light-years from the Sun, in Pegasus. Its light has travelled 2.67 million years to reach us.
Fly there in 3D| Also known as | Pegasus dSph |
| Type | Elliptical (E3) |
| Distance | 2.67 million light-years (cep) |
| Radius | 1,435 light-years |
| Absolute magnitude | -10.80 |
| Constellation | Pegasus |
| Position (J2000) | RA 357.9420°, Dec 24.5861° |
The light you see left 2.7 million years ago, when earlier kinds of human were making stone tools. At the speed of light, crossing its 2,870 light-years takes as many years.
In galaxy mode, press Local Universe and search for it on the map, or follow the link above: the autopilot flies there, and up close the galaxy is drawn to its catalogued size, shape and tilt (the stars and arms themselves are illustrative).