Cassiopeia
HemisphereNorthern Sky
Area598 sq deg
SymbolQueen
About Cassiopeia
The Queen. Forms a distinctive W or M shape depending on the season. Circumpolar for most northern observers, never setting below the horizon. Named after the vain queen in Greek mythology who boasted about her beauty. Contains the Heart and Soul Nebulae. Tycho Brahes 1572 supernova appeared in this constellation.
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