Pillars of Creation
The Pillars of Creation is a famous region within the Eagle Nebula (M16), located about 6,500 light-years away from Earth in the constellation Serpens.
The name "Pillars of Creation" refers to the towering columns of gas and dust that are part of this stellar nursery, where new stars are being born.
Credits: NASA, ESA, and the Hubble Heritage Team (STScI/AURA)














