Indian Astronomical Observatory
Explore the Indian Astronomical Observatory in Hanle, India, a high-altitude research facility advancing astronomical studies.
Astronomical Observatories
Astronomical observatories are specialized sites equipped with telescopes and other instruments for observing celestial events and bodies. These observatories contribute significantly to our understanding of the universe by conducting research on stars, planets, galaxies, and other astronomical phenomena. Examples include the Mauna Kea Observatories in Hawaii, the Very Large Telescope (VLT) in Chile, and the Arecibo Observatory in Puerto Rico (now collapsed).
Subaru Telescope (Hawaii)
Explore the Subaru Telescope’s role in advancing astronomical research with its cutting-edge facilities on Mauna Kea, Hawaii.
European Southern Observatory (ESO)
Explore the European Southern Observatory’s role in advancing astronomical research with its state-of-the-art facilities VLT and ALMA.
Very Large Telescope (VLT)
Explore the Very Large Telescope’s contributions to astronomy, its advanced facilities in the Atacama Desert, and its role in discoveries.
Mauna Kea Observatories
Explore the Mauna Kea Observatories, a premier research site in Hawaii known for groundbreaking discoveries and advanced facilities.
More Space Exploration Locations
Each of these locations plays a critical role in advancing our understanding of space, fostering international collaboration, and pushing the boundaries of human achievement. Explore them using the images below.
NASA’s JPL’s Spacecraft Assembly Facility
This facility is known for assembling and testing many of NASA’s robotic spacecraft, including the Mars rovers.
Subaru Telescope (Hawaii)
Explore the Subaru Telescope’s role in advancing astronomical research with its cutting-edge facilities on Mauna Kea, Hawaii.
Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre
Discover the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre, ISRO’s hub for satellite launch vehicle development, known for key missions like Mangalyaan.
ISRO’s Mission Control Centre
Explore ISRO’s Mission Control Centre in Bengaluru, India, the heart of Indian space mission management, overseeing landmark missions.
Indian Astronomical Observatory
Explore the Indian Astronomical Observatory in Hanle, India, a high-altitude research facility advancing astronomical studies.