Supermassive Compact Objects

Located in the heart of the galaxy, these objects are the ultimate party destinations. With event horizons that rival the grandeur of a cosmic nightclub, these black holes are the place to be for the most discerning astrophysicist.

Our current top 10 list:

1. Sagittarius A* (the most Instagrammable)
2. Cygnus X-1 (the most romantic getaway)
3. M87+ (the most likely to suck you in)
4. GRS 112 (the most fashionable)
5. V404 (the most mysterious)

Want to know more about a specific black hole? Click on its name to see more information!