Melotte 180
Melotte 180 is an open star cluster located in the constellation of Centaurus. It is approximately 1,000 light-years away from Earth and contains around 30 stars. The cluster is relatively young, with an estimated age of about 100 million years.
This cluster is part of a larger group known as the Centaurus Association, which includes several other star clusters and associations. Melotte 180 is notable for its bright stars, making it an interesting target for amateur astronomers and stargazers. Its position in the sky allows for easy observation from the Southern Hemisphere.