GREGOR, Solar telescope at Teide Observatory, Tenerife, Spain
The GREGOR telescope features a 1.5-meter diameter primary mirror and operates at an altitude of 2,390 meters to observe solar phenomena.
The telescope began its initial observations in March 2009 with a temporary 1-meter mirror before receiving its permanent 1.5-meter mirror for full operation.
German research institutions collaborate at GREGOR to study the sun's photosphere and chromosphere through visible and infrared wavelength observations.
The telescope employs 256 adjustable components in its optical system to compensate for atmospheric disturbances during solar observations.
GREGOR holds the position of third-largest solar telescope in the world, following facilities at Big Bear Observatory and McMath-Pierce.
Location: Tenerife
Diameter: 1.5 m
Part of: Teide Observatory
Website: http://leibniz-kis.de/en/observatories/gregor
GPS coordinates: 28.30180,-16.51072
Latest update: March 6, 2025 20:59
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