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NGC 249 - Nebula
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NGC 249

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NGC 249 is a diffuse emission nebula situated within the Small Magellanic Cloud, notable for being studied extensively by the Hubble Space Telescope to map cosmic dust.

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NGC 249 ranks #472 of 577 in the Nebula ranking, behind Cauldron Nebula (NGC 1501), ahead of Sh2-298.

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How good is NGC 249?
NGC 249 scores 6.28/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Nebula category.
What are the best alternatives to NGC 249?
See our alternatives page for NGC 249 for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: NGC 371, NGC 248, NGC 256.
How does NGC 249 compare to NGC 371?
See our detailed comparison of NGC 249 vs NGC 371 with scores, features, and an AI-powered verdict.
Is NGC 249 worth it in 2026?
With a score of 6.28/10, NGC 249 is a solid option in Nebula. See all Nebula ranked.

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