NGC 4340 is a barred spiral galaxy located approximately 60 million light-years away in the constellation Virgo. It is part of the Virgo Cluster, a group of galaxies that includes many other notable members. NGC 4340 is characterized by its bright central bar structure and well-defined spiral arms, making it an interesting subject for astronomers studying galaxy formation and evolution. Discovered by William Herschel in 1784, NGC 4340 has a visual magnitude of about 13.2, which makes it faintly visible through small telescopes. Its distance and structure provide valuable insights into the dynamics of spiral galaxies and their interactions within galaxy clusters.