How to find the Triangulum Galaxy (M33) the farthest object visible with the unaided eye
The Triangulum Galaxy, also known as Messier 33, is a great galaxy to observe after you have observed the nearby Andromeda Galaxy. In fact, it is sometimes described as the farthest object visible to the naked eye, although excellent viewing conditions are required. As it is also close to Andromeda it is easy to find and is very beautiful with a fantastic spiral structure, which has caused it to be given the nickname the pinwheel galaxy. The Triangulum Galaxy is approximately 2.7 million light-years from our own Milky Way there is also a third largest member of our local Group of galaxies, which consists of several dozen galaxies. Our Milky Way the Andromeda Galaxy and the Triangulum Galaxy are the largest members of our local group of galaxies although there is some speculation that the Triangulum Galaxy is in fact a satellite of the Andromeda Galaxy. How to find M33? Click to enlarge the M33 star chart To find the Triangulum Galaxy it is best to find the Andromeda Galaxy as m