NGC 4517 is a spiral galaxy located approximately 60 million light-years away in the constellation Virgo. It is classified as a barred spiral galaxy, characterized by its distinct bar-shaped structure of stars that extends from its central bulge. This galaxy is notable for its relatively low surface brightness, making it more challenging to observe than brighter galaxies. NGC 4517 is part of the Virgo Cluster, a group of galaxies that includes many other well-known galaxies, contributing to our understanding of galaxy formation and evolution.