Messier 56 (also known as M56 or NGC 6779) is a globular cluster in the constellation Lyra.[a] It was discovered by Charles Messier in 1779.[b] It is angularly found about midway between Albireo (Beta (β) Cygni) and Sulafat (Gamma (γ) Lyrae). In a good night sky it is tricky to find with large (50–80 mm) binoculars, appearing as a slightly fuzzy star. The cluster can be resolved using a telescope with an aperture of 8 in (20 cm) or larger.