Cygnus (constellation) - Wikipedia
Cygnus is one of the most recognizable constellations of the northern summer and autumn, and it features a prominent asterism known as the Northern Cross (in contrast to the Southern Cross).
Cygnus Constellation (the Swan): Stars, Myth, Facts, Location ...
Cygnus, the Swan, is one of the largest northern constellations. Recognizable for the Northern Cross, it is home to the bright supergiant Deneb, the North America Nebula (NGC 7000) and …
Cygnus the Swan flies along the Milky Way - EarthSky
Jun 15, 2025 · Currently, you can find Cygnus high above the eastern horizon after sunset in summer. As the sky grows dark, the first of its stars that you’ll see is Deneb, the brightest in …
The Constellation Cygnus | Facts, Location, Photos and Mythology
The Cygnus constellation is associated with several myths. The most notable of which is the legend of Cycnus and Phaeton’s (mortal son of Helios, God of Sun) friendship.
Cygnus Constellation Facts, Stars, Map & Myth - Universe Guide
Dec 13, 2025 · Cygnus, the swan, is a prominent constellation in the northern hemisphere. It is flying south, not to the north. One area of the constellation was chosen for NASA's Kepler …
Cygnus | Bright Star, Northern Cross, Milky Way | Britannica
Nov 24, 2025 · The Milky Way Galaxy runs through Cygnus. This constellation also contains such notable objects as Cygnus X-1, the first known black hole; the Cygnus Loop, a large …
Constellation: Cygnus
Cygnus is a northern constellation in the plane of the Milky Way. The original Greek constellation was named “Ornithos, The Bird” and it was coined “Cygnus, The Swan” in Latin by interpreting …