To which galaxy does our solar system belong?

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The Milky Way is the galaxy that contains our solar system. It is also known as Akash Ganga. The word 'milky' signifies a bright band of light in the night sky where it is almost impossible to distinguish between stars. Akash Ganga can be seen as a faint band of light in a clear night sky.

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