Dumbbell nebula

The Dumbbell nebula (sometimes called Messier 27, M 27, or NGC 6853) is a planetary nebula in the constellation Vulpecula. It is about 1,360 light years away from earth. The Dumbbell nebula was the first planetary nebula to be discovered; by Charles Messier in 1764. 

Other websites
 SEDS Messier page on M27 
 M27 Dumbbell Nebula 
 M27 image taken by Stargazer Observatory 

Category:Nebulae