Mangaia's Milky Way . ... Credit Copyright: Tun Tezel ( TWAN ) Explanation: From Sagittarius to Carina , the Milky Way Galaxy shines in this dark night sky above planet Earth's lush island paradise of Mangaia . Familiar to denizens of the southern hemisphere, the gorgeous skyscape includes the bulging galactic center at the upper left and bright stars Alpha and Beta Centauri just right of center. ... NASA Web Site Statements, Warnings, and Disclaimers . NASA Official: Jay Norris. ...