NGC 3576 - Statue of Liberty Nebula

NGC 3576, or the Statue of Liberty Nebula, is an emission nebula located about 9,000 light-years away in the constellation Centaurus. This star-forming region is defined by complex structures of gas and dust, influenced by the radiation and stellar winds from young, massive stars. The nebula’s distinct shape, resembling the Statue of Liberty, offers a fascinating glimpse into the dynamic processes of stellar formation and the evolution of nebular environments.