How far from Earth are M13 and M3?

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The distances of these globular clusters from Earth are as follows:

  • M13: Located in the constellation Hercules, this cluster is approximately 23,000 light-years away from Earth.12
  • M3: Located in the constellation Canes Venatici, this cluster is approximately 33,000 light-years away from Earth.12