To celebrate its 35th anniversary, NASA and ESA shared a stunning new image of the Eagle Nebula, capturing a towering ‘spire of cosmic gas and dust’ that’s nearly 9.5 light years tall. The vibrant colors result from swirling hydrogen gas and space dust.
Located in the nebula’s ‘nursery,’ this region is home to young stars and features an iconic shape reminiscent of a giant bird of prey when viewed from different angles. The image surpasses previous captures, showcasing Hubble’s continued capabilities thanks to advanced data processing techniques.
This anniversary marks one of several celestial targets revisited by the telescope, producing more colorful images without major new discoveries. Nonetheless, these images are breathtakingly beautiful and demonstrate Hubble’s enduring value in space exploration.
Source: https://www.engadget.com/science/space/celebrate-the-35th-anniversary-of-the-hubble-space-telescope-with-a-gigantic-tower-of-gas-and-dust-184340147.html