How to find NGC1261 from Achernar
Identify the first reference star, then follow the numbered hops.
Follow the route from one recognizable star to the next until you reach NGC1261.
NGC1261 is 34° above the horizon toward the south.
HYG 10871.0
From Achernar, move about 5.9° toward the east until you reach HYG 10871.0.
HYG 13536.0
From HYG 10871.0, move about 4.8° toward the east until you reach HYG 13536.0.
