How to find M79 from Mirzam
Identify the first reference star, then follow the numbered hops.
Follow the route from one recognizable star to the next until you reach M79.
M79 is 14° above the horizon toward the southeast.
HYG 29048.0
From Mirzam, move about 3.8° toward the west until you reach HYG 29048.0.
HYG 27072.0
From HYG 29048.0, move about 6.3° toward the southwest until you reach HYG 27072.0.
HYG 25045.0
From HYG 27072.0, move about 5.7° toward the southwest until you reach HYG 25045.0.
