NGC 6744B is a barred spiral galaxy located approximately 30 million light-years away in the constellation Pavo. It is a companion galaxy to NGC 6744, which is often compared to the Milky Way due to its similar structure and features. Discovered in 1826 by astronomer James Dunlop, NGC 6744B exhibits a bright core surrounded by spiral arms filled with stars and gas. Its distance and characteristics make it an interesting subject for astronomers studying galaxy formation and evolution in the universe.