Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2016 shortlist - in pictures

Gorgeous galaxies and stunning stars make up this selection of pictures from the shortlisted entries for this year’s Insight Astronomy Photographer of the Year award. By Eric Hilaire.
Read more: https://www.theguardian.com/science/gallery/2016/jul/27/astronomy-photographer-of-the-year-2016-shortlist-in-pictures?source=Snapzu