NGC 5004 is a barred spiral galaxy located in the constellation Virgo. It is approximately 70 million light-years away from Earth and is part of the Virgo Cluster, which contains many other galaxies. NGC 5004 has a bright central region and well-defined spiral arms, making it an interesting object for astronomers. Discovered by William Herschel in 1786, NGC 5004 has a visual magnitude of about 13.5, making it faint but observable with moderate-sized telescopes. Its structure and composition provide valuable insights into the formation and evolution of galaxies in the universe.