Astronomical Observatory and Planetarium "Nicolaus Copernicus"
Astronomical Observatory and Planetarium "Nicolaus Copernicus", Astronomical observatory and planetarium in Sea Garden, Varna, Bulgaria
Description
The Astronomical Observatory and Planetarium is a complex equipped with two observation domes containing telescopes and a projection hall displaying over 5,500 stars. The facility offers educational spaces and viewing areas designed for visitors interested in astronomy and space exploration.
History
The facility opened on May 22, 1968, and was Bulgaria's first astronomical complex of its kind. Its creation coincided with a period of growing global fascination with space exploration and scientific discovery.
Culture
The entrance monument depicts Nicolaus Copernicus, designed by professors L. Dalchev and P. Atanasov, honoring his groundbreaking work in astronomy. The site has become a gathering place where people come together to explore and understand the cosmos.
Practical
The location is easy to navigate and clearly marked pathways lead to both observation areas and the planetarium hall. Visitors should plan for adequate time to explore, especially if they want to enjoy the views from surrounding terraces and observe the telescope alignments.
Did you know?
The tower houses a Foucault pendulum, the only installation of its kind in the Balkan Peninsula, demonstrating Earth's rotation through continuous physical motion. Visitors can watch this scientific phenomenon in action and gain insight into how the planet actually spins.
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