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22nd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Galactic center

The center of the Milky Way is the core region of our galaxy, located in the direction of Sagittarius, and contains a supermassive black hole, Sagittarius A*. This area is dense with interstellar gas, dust, and star clusters, making it an important subject of astronomical research. The galactic center also features complex interstellar structures and active star-forming regions, making it one of the most mysterious and dynamic celestial objects in the universe.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 08.2022
Date Uploaded: 12.2024
Photo Location: California, United States of America
Camera: Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Copyright: © Zheng Ye