Constellation

Sagittarius

The 'Teapot' pointing to the galactic centre.

When you look toward Sagittarius you look straight into the heart of the Milky Way galaxy.

Best viewing

June–August

See also

Orion

The hunter — the most recognisable winter constellation.

Ursa Major

The Great Bear — home of the Big Dipper.

Cassiopeia

The 'W' in the northern sky.

Scorpius

The unmistakable curve of the Scorpion.

Leo

The lion of spring.

Cygnus

The swan flying down the Milky Way.