Winter Hexagon
The Winter Hexagon is a prominent asterism in the night sky, visible during the winter months in the Northern Hemisphere. It is formed by six bright stars: Sirius, Procyon, Pollux, Capella, Aldebaran, and Rigel. These stars create a hexagonal shape that is easy to recognize, making it a useful guide for stargazers.
This asterism is located in the constellations of Canis Major, Canis Minor, Gemini, Auriga, Taurus, and Orion. The Winter Hexagon serves as a reference point for locating other celestial objects and constellations, enhancing the experience of winter stargazing.