For very large values of "local".
This is M31, the Andromeda Galaxy. The largest galaxy in the "Local Group". Two satellite galaxies of M31 are also visible, M32 and M110. Another galaxy, which may be NGC 278, is visible in the upper left corner [Update: the galaxy in the upper left has been identified as NGC 185].
M31 is the visible to the naked eye at a dark sky location. At 2.5 million light years away, it is probably the most distant local landmark visible from earth. And no doubt it is the largest object I'll ever use my macro lens on.
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Got to be honest, I'm happy if I get a good Moon Shot.
Wow, these are all masterpieces in their own right! I am totally jealous of all of those, I have yet to get a good star or moon shot! :)
Stellar--in more ways than one!
So cool to see a whole galaxy like this!
Really nice night sky. Good job!!
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