NGC 2244-The Rosette Nebula, a close up. Narrowband. 27th.November 2024.

The Rosette Nebula, is an H II region located in the constellation of Monoceros. The open cluster NGC 2244 is closely associated with the nebulosity, the stars of the cluster having been formed from the matter within the nebula. It lies around 5,200 light years distant.

EQ6-R-PRO

Esprit 150mm APO

QHY294C Gain 2900 Offset 60 -20C

Optolong L-eNhance narrowband filter

2 x 600sec

12 x 900sec subs

Processed in Pixinsight and Photoshop 6

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