The Centaurus Association is a group of stars located in the constellation of Centaurus. It is known for containing several bright stars, including Alpha Centauri, which is the closest star system to Earth. The association is part of a larger structure known as the Galactic Neighborhood, where stars share similar motions and origins. This association is significant in the study of stellar formation and evolution. The stars within the Centaurus Association are relatively young, with ages ranging from a few million to a few hundred million years. Their proximity to Earth allows astronomers to study their properties and understand the dynamics of star clusters better.