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- Telescopes 101
The Orion Nebula (M42) -- Located in the constellation Orion
HOW TO FIND
THE ORION NEBULA:
That was pretty easy, right? Still, go ahead and give yourself a pat on the back, because you've just found one of the coolest things you can see it the night sky. But that doesn't mean you should stop looking. There's plenty more to see!
NOW FIND
Interesting Orion Facts
Orion, The Hunter, is probably the most well-known of all the constellations. Wielding his large club or sword, he cuts an imposing figure in the night sky. Two bright stars, Rigel and Betelgeuse, along with the three stars of his belt make Orion easy to find and recognize.
See the Most of the Orion Nebula
You'll be able to see the Orion Nebula with any telescope. How much detail comes through depends on magnification, light capturing ability, and optical quality.
Quality eyepieces won't just improve your view of the Orion Nebula, but you'll enjoy all the night sky has to offer in greater detail with the right eyepieces in your arsenal.
Complete your Orion viewing experience with the right accessories. Everything from eyepiece filters to telescope cases is here to make stargazing easier and more rewarding.
M42 & M13: courtesy of Tim Hunter and James McGaha, Grasslands Observatory at http://www.3towers.com; M31 & M45: courtesy of Herm Perez, http://home.att.net/~hermperez/default.htm; M8: courtesy of Bob Star, http://www.flickr.com/photos/52031391@N00/70287323 / CC BY 2.0
2009: The International Year of Astronomy
With the theme "The Universe, Yours to Discover," a United Nations agency is bringing astronauts, artists, scientists, academics, and others together during the 400th anniversary of Galileo's first observation of the heavens in 1609.
Telescopes 101
Spend some time reading these articles and you will dramatically improve your knowledge of telescopes to help you choose the one best for you.
