The Corona Australis Nebula, also known as the Corona Australis Molecular Cloud, is a striking dark nebula located in the constellation Corona Australis, approximately 430 light-years from Earth. This region is one of the closest star-forming regions to our solar system and is characterized by its dense molecular clouds that obscure background starlight, creating a dramatic contrast with the surrounding stars. The nebula is notable for its complex structure, featuring dark lanes of interstellar dust and bright reflection nebulae illuminated by young, newly-formed stars within the cloud.

Among the highlights of the Corona Australis Nebula are the reflection nebulae NGC 6726, NGC 6727, and NGC 6729, which are beautifully illuminated by the light of nearby stars. The nebula is also home to the young variable star R Coronae Australis, whose brightness variations add to the region's dynamic appearance. This area of the sky offers a rich field for astrophotographers and astronomers, providing a glimpse into the processes of star formation and the interaction of stellar radiation with the surrounding interstellar medium.