LDN 1228 (Lynds Dark Nebula 1228) is a complex and fascinating dark nebula located within the constellation Cepheus. This intricate system of interstellar dust and molecular gas is located approximately 600 light-years from Earth and is positioned in the immediate vicinity of the north celestial pole, just 11 degrees from Polaris.
LDN 1228 (Lynds Dark Nebula 1228) is a complex and fascinating dark nebula located within the constellation Cepheus. This intricate system of interstellar dust and molecular gas is located approximately 600 light-years from Earth and is positioned in the immediate vicinity of the north celestial pole, just 11 degrees from Polaris.