NGC 6751 is a planetary nebula located in the constellation Aquila. It is approximately 2,500 light-years away from Earth and is known for its striking appearance, featuring a bright central star surrounded by a colorful shell of gas and dust. Discovered by William Herschel in 1784, NGC 6751 is often studied to understand the life cycle of stars. The nebula represents the final stage of a star's evolution, where it sheds its outer layers, creating intricate structures that can be observed with telescopes.