NGC 1399 is a giant elliptical galaxy located in the constellation Fornax. It is the brightest member of the Fornax Cluster, a group of galaxies situated about 65 million light-years away from Earth. NGC 1399 has an apparent magnitude of 9.6, making it visible through small telescopes. This galaxy is notable for its large size and mass, containing a significant number of stars and globular clusters. NGC 1399 is also known for its active galactic nucleus, which may host a supermassive black hole at its center. Its study helps astronomers understand galaxy formation and evolution.