NGC 6514, also known as the Lagoon Nebula, is a bright emission nebula located in the constellation Sagittarius. It is approximately 4,000 light-years away from Earth and spans about 55 light-years across. The nebula is part of a larger star-forming region, where new stars are born from the surrounding gas and dust. The Lagoon Nebula is notable for its vibrant colors, which are produced by ionized gases. It contains a cluster of young stars, known as NGC 6523, that illuminate the surrounding material. This nebula is a popular target for both amateur and professional astronomers due to its beauty and significance in the study of stellar formation.