The North Star, also known as Polaris, is a bright star located nearly directly above the North Pole. Here are some key points about it:

Position: Polaris is part of the constellation Ursa Minor (the Little Bear) and is the end star of the “Little Dipper’s” handle.

Navigation: It has been used for centuries by sailors and travelers for navigation because it remains relatively fixed in the sky while other stars appear to move.

Brightness: Polaris is classified as a supergiant star, making it one of the brightest stars in the night sky.

Distance: It is approximately 433 light-years away from Earth.

Polaris is significant not just for its brightness and position but also for its role in navigation and cultural history.