Sagittarius
Recognize the characteristic star pattern of Sagittarius before following the route.
How to find Eagle Nebula (IC4703) using Sagittarius
This guide uses bright stars first, then narrows the field for a telescope or binocular finder. Use Sagittarius as the main sky landmark.
Follow the route from one recognizable star to the next until you reach Eagle Nebula (IC4703).
Eagle Nebula (IC4703) is 43° above the horizon toward the southwest.
Begin with Sagittarius, then follow the reference stars toward Eagle Nebula (IC4703).
Nunki
Identify Nunki in or near Sagittarius; the chart shows its position relative to the guide.
HYG 91347.0
From Nunki, move about 6.3° toward the northwest until you reach HYG 91347.0.
HYG 89851.0
From HYG 91347.0, move about 7° toward the northwest until you reach HYG 89851.0.
Eagle Nebula (IC4703)
From HYG 89851.0, move about 2° toward the north until you reach Eagle Nebula (IC4703). This is the target field.
