Taurus is an open cluster 423 light-years away, in Taurus: a family of stars born together that still travel together.
Fly there in 3D| Type | Open cluster |
| Distance | 423 light-years |
| Radius | 15 light-years |
| Constellation | Taurus |
| Position (J2000) | RA 65.7824°, Dec 27.2920° |
The light you see left 423 years ago, around 1600. Its stars were born together and still move together through the Milky Way's disc.
In galaxy mode, search for it on the map or follow the link above: the autopilot flies there. The cluster is drawn at its catalogued place and size; its individual stars are illustrative.