NGC 6678 is a barred spiral galaxy located approximately 60 million light-years away in the constellation Hercules. It is part of the Hercules Cluster and is notable for its bright core and well-defined spiral arms, which are characteristic features of spiral galaxies. Discovered by astronomer William Herschel in 1788, NGC 6678 has a diameter of about 100,000 light-years. It is classified as a type SBc galaxy, indicating it has a prominent bar structure and loose spiral arms. Observations of NGC 6678 contribute to our understanding of galaxy formation and evolution.