An image released by NASA shows the star cluster NGC 2264, also known as the "Christmas Tree Cluster." It's about 2,500 light-years away from Earth. https://cnn.it/4771nCA | CNN International

NGC 2264 • Sprightly Stars Illuminate 'Christmas Tree Cluster' • This composite image shows the Christmas Tree Cluster. The blue and white lights (which blink in the animated version of this image) are young stars that give off X-rays detected by NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory. Optical data from the National Science Foundation’s WIYN 0.9-meter telescope on Kitt Peak shows gas in the nebula in green, corresponding to the “pine needles” of the tree, and infrared data from the Two Micron All Sky

Experience the enchanting 'Christmas Tree Cluster,' NGC 2264, as its young stars blink like festive lights in this stunning video. Captured using data from NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory and infrared imaging, this cosmic tree glows with X-ray-emitting stars and vibrant green nebular gas. Located 2,500 light-years from Earth, it’s a celestial celebration of light and color. #ChristmasTreeCluster #NGC2264 #StarCluster #Astrophotography #SpaceArt #CosmicBeauty #AstronomyLovers #StellarNursery #De

A Cosmic Christmas Tree Nebula in Space NGC 2264 in 4K

Star cluster NGC 2264, also called the "Christmas tree cluster," is a group of young stars between 1 and 5 million years old. We know what you're thinking: young?! For a little comparison, our Sun is a middle-aged star about 5 billion years old — roughly 1,000 times older than the stars in this cluster. Happy holidays, space fans!✨🎄 Video description: Wispy green clouds in a conical shape strongly resemble an evergreen tree. Tiny specks of white, blue, purple, and red light, stars within the cl

🔺 La Nebulosa del Cono (NGC 2264) La Nebulosa del Cono es una columna densa de gas y polvo en una región activa de formación estelar, esculpida lentamente por la radiación ultravioleta de estrellas jóvenes masivas. #astronomia #nebulosa #hubble #cosmos #universo | Astro Chile