Delta Crucis is a bright star located in the constellation of Crux, also known as the Southern Cross. It is classified as a blue supergiant and is one of the most luminous stars visible from Earth. Delta Crucis is approximately 320 light-years away and has a surface temperature of around 20,000 Kelvin. This star is notable for its role in navigation, particularly in the Southern Hemisphere, where Crux serves as a key reference point for locating the south celestial pole. Delta Crucis is also part of a group of stars that are often used in astronomy to study stellar evolution and the characteristics of massive stars.