Vela is a large constellation in the southern sky north of Carina.
The starry band of the Milky Way runs through the constellation, so there are several open star clusters, a globular cluster and a planetary nebula in the sail.
| Vela | |
|---|---|
| Latin name | Vela |
| Latin genitive | Velorum |
| Abbreviation | Vel |
| Brightest star | Regor (γ Velorum) |
| Fully visible | 33° N to 90° S |
| Observation time for Central Europe | not observable |
