The Realm of Nebulas By lrargerich The Milky Way rising behind the hills The Omega nebula (M17) is the first red spot above the hills. Then the bright Lagoon Nebula (M8) can be seen next to the Triffid Nebula (M20). Near the top of the photo the War & Peace Nebula (NGC 6357) nebula can be seen in deep red and finally the Cat Paw Nebula (NGC 6334). two nebulas are near the top of the frame and to the left of the Scorpius sting formed by bright stars Shaula & Lesath. Azul, Argentina on May 2012.