NGC 1068, also known as Messier 77, is a spiral galaxy located about 47 million light-years away in the constellation Cetus. It is one of the brightest galaxies in the sky and is classified as a Seyfert galaxy, which means it has an active nucleus emitting strong radiation. The galaxy features a prominent bar structure and is surrounded by a ring of star formation. NGC 1068 is notable for its central supermassive black hole, which is actively accreting material, leading to the intense energy output observed. This makes it a key object of study in understanding galaxy evolution and black hole activity.