La Sagra Observatory, Astronomical observatory in Puebla de Don Fadrique, Spain
The observatory operates four robotic telescopes at 1500 meters elevation, with advanced equipment for tracking celestial bodies through remote control systems.
Since its establishment, the facility has documented over 1706 asteroids, placing it as the 12th most productive observatory for asteroid discoveries worldwide.
The observatory engages with the public through educational programs, offering workshops and guided tours that introduce visitors to astronomical research methods.
Visitors can access the observatory year-round, with nearby accommodations and restaurants available at Los Collados tourist resort, 500 meters from the facility.
The observatory gained recognition for discovering asteroid Duende, which passed within 27,700 kilometers of Earth in February 2013.
Location: Puebla de Don Fadrique
Website: https://ols.iaa.csic.es
GPS coordinates: 37.98283,-2.56604
Latest update: March 18, 2025 07:52
Sierra de La Sagra
3.6 km
La Atalaya
17.6 km
Necrópolis Ibérica de Tútugi
26.3 km
Castellón Alto
27 km
San Clemente Reservoir
14.9 km
Las Banderillas
19.4 km
Castillo de Bujaraiza
24.2 km
Anchuricas Reservoir
24 km
Alcazaba de las Siete Torres
30 km
Museo de Prehistoria de Orce
29.9 km
Castillo de Hornos
29.2 km
El Portillo Reservoir
27.8 km
Castillo de Taibilla
24.2 km
Antigua Colegiata de la Encarnación
19.4 km
Torre de Ferrer
21.8 km
Torre de la Encantada
17.2 km
Torre de Almorox
13.3 km
Torre del Cerro de la Trompeta
12.9 km
Torre del Homenaje de Huéscar
19.5 km
Castillo de los Moros
28.6 km
Torcas de Cueva Humosa
13.2 km
Iglesia de Santa María de la Anunciación, Orce
30 km
Palacio de los Marqueses de Dos Fuentes
30.1 km
Centro Histórico de Castril
28 km
Iglesia de Santiago
19.3 km
Ermita de la Virgen de la Cabeza, Galera
26.8 km
Sierra de las Cabras
17.7 km
Paisaje de Hornos
29.3 kmReviews
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