NGC 6652 is a globular cluster located in the constellation Sagittarius. It is approximately 27,000 light-years away from Earth and is part of the Milky Way galaxy. This cluster contains a large number of stars, estimated to be around 100,000, and is known for its dense core. Discovered by William Herschel in 1784, NGC 6652 is classified as a type II globular cluster, indicating a relatively high concentration of stars near its center. Its age is estimated to be around 13 billion years, making it one of the older clusters in our galaxy.