Observatoire astronomique national de Colombie

The National Astronomical Observatory stands at 2,600 meters above sea level, featuring professional telescopes and research facilities for celestial observations and studies.

Construction of this observatory, completed in 1803 under architect Domingo de Petrés, marks it as the first astronomical observatory built in the Americas.

The observatory functions as part of the National University of Colombia, providing master's and doctoral programs in astronomy through the Faculty of Sciences.

Visitors can participate in astronomy workshops, guided tours, and educational programs that explore celestial phenomena and astronomical research methods.

The observatory served as a meeting point for young Creole revolutionaries during the independence movement against Spanish rule in the early 19th century.

Location: Bogotá

Official opening: August 20, 1803

Elevation above the sea: 2,600 m

Website: http://observatorio.unal.edu.co

GPS coordinates: 4.63973,-74.08340

Latest update: May 12, 2025 01:41