The Virgo constellation is
home to a small galaxy known as M58. This galaxy is classified
as a barred spiral due to its elongated shape. It is one of four
such objects in the Messier catalog. M58 is one of the brightest
members of a cluster of galaxies known as the Virgo cluster. Its
distance from Earth is around 60 million light-years. As with
most distant galaxies, it requires a large telescope and
excellent observing conditions to show any detail. An 8-inch or
larger scope will reveal the galaxy's barred shape as well as a
hint of its spiral arms.
