Pistoia Mountains Astronomical Observatory
Pistoia Mountains Astronomical Observatory, Astronomical observatory and museum in Gavinana and San Marcello Pistoiese, Italy
The observatory operates two rotating domes of five meters diameter each, housing advanced telescopes for celestial observation at 950 meters altitude.
The facility began its development in 1990 and received its official inauguration in 2015, marking a significant advancement in regional astronomical research.
Members of the Gruppo Astrofili Montagna Pistoiese conduct regular research activities, focusing on minor planets and comets in the night sky.
The facility maintains two primary telescopes, a 40-centimeter and a 60-centimeter Newton-Cassegrain, available for research and public viewing sessions.
Researchers at this location have contributed to astronomical discoveries through systematic observation of celestial bodies and documentation of new findings.
Location: San Marcello Piteglio
Inception: August 8, 2015
Phone: +390573621289
Website: http://gamp-pt.net
GPS coordinates: 44.06417,10.80385
Latest update: March 18, 2025 07:52
Ponte sospeso di San Marcello Piteglio
3.2 km
Monte Gennaio
5.4 km
Defensive towers of Popiglio
4.2 km
Monte Cornaccio
5.4 km
Castel di Mura
2.3 km
San Bartolomeo (Cutigliano)
5.4 km
Propositura di San Marcello
1.4 km
Santa Maria Assunta (Gavinana)
1.6 km
Santa Caterina
1.4 km
San Lorenzo
1.6 km
Pieve di Santa Maria Assunta
4.5 km
Pieve di Santa Maria Assunta
5.1 km
San Biagio
2.6 km
Chiesa di San Gregorio Magno
3.8 km
Pieve di Santa Maria Assunta a Lizzano
3 km
Teatro Mascagni
4.7 km
Museo ferrucciano
1.6 km
Ponte di Castruccio Castracani
5.1 km
Palazzo dei Capitani della Montagna
5.6 km
Fountain of via Roma
1.3 km
Monument to Francesco Ferrucci
1.6 km
Piazzetta Giuseppe Arcangeli
1.4 km
Oasi Dynamo
4.6 km
Ecomuseo Montagna Pistoiese
1.6 km
Fontana di Piazzetta Arcangeli
1.4 km
Loggetta dei Capitani della Montagna
5.6 km
Palazzo comunale
1.3 km
Monte Tagliola
4.1 kmReviews
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