Area around Alpha Persei (Melotte 20)

 

Thisis a star cluster located around the bright star Alpha Persei (magnitude 1.8). It is not usually described in many books but is known by the name of Melotte 20. I often use it to test the clarity of the sky and there are too many stars to count in ideal conditions.

It is visible almost all year round if you have a clear northern horizon. June is the worst month.