Al-Khawarizmi Astronomy Complex

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Al-Khawarizmi Astronomy Complex, Astronomical observatory in Masjid Tanah, Alor Gajah District, Melaka, Malaysia.

The facility includes an observatory equipped with modern telescopes, a planetarium for educational shows, and specialized training areas for astronomical studies.

The complex opened in 2002 and expanded through different phases, with the planetarium added in 2005 and a training center established in 2008.

The complex exhibits information about Persian mathematician Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi and other Islamic scholars who advanced astronomical knowledge.

The observatory operates Monday through Thursday and Saturday from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with entrance fees of RM 7 for adults and RM 5 for children.

The facility features a specialized weighing machine that calculates visitor weights on different planets, connecting scientific principles with interactive experiences.

Inception: 2002

Official opening: 2002

Website: http://khawarizmiobs.com

GPS coordinates: 2.29450,102.08400

Latest update: March 18, 2025 07:52

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