The Heights Observatory, Astronomical observatory in Tea Tree Gully, Australia
The Heights Observatory is an astronomical facility in Tea Tree Gully equipped with modern telescopes for observing the sky. The venue offers daytime exhibitions and evening viewing sessions with expert guidance.
The observatory was established in 1989 and has since become part of Australia's network for astronomical research and public education. Its founding marked an important step in advancing astronomy in the region.
The facility hosts events where professional astronomers engage visitors in conversations about celestial events and space research. These programs give people of all ages direct access to scientific knowledge.
Visitors can join guided evening observations using professional telescopes and attend talks about celestial events. It helps to check in advance when clear nights are expected for viewing.
The southern location allows viewing of celestial objects and events that are not visible from the Northern Hemisphere. This geographic position makes the facility valuable for international astronomical research.
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