Welcome to the Milky Way
The Milky Way galaxy is an awe-inspiring spiral galaxy where our solar system resides, and it's home to billions of stars. Its beauty has captured human imagination for millennia. Whether you're gazing up on a clear night or exploring through telescopes, the Milky Way continues to reveal the wonders of the universe. 🌠
Interesting Facts
- The Milky Way is a barred spiral galaxy.
- It contains over 200 billion stars!
- The galaxy spans approximately 100,000 light-years.
- Dark matter makes up about 90% of the Milky Way's mass.
Explore More
Curious about other galaxies? Visit our Andromeda Galaxy page for our closest galactic neighbor. Dive into deeper cosmic explorations on our Exploring the Cosmos section.