Yunnan Astronomical Observatory, Astronomical observatory in Kunming, China.
The Yunnan Astronomical Observatory sits on Phoenix Hill at 2014 meters elevation, featuring multiple research stations and advanced telescopes for astronomical studies.
Founded in 1930 by astronomers from Beijing and Purple Mountain observatories during their evacuation from Japanese invasion, the facility opened officially in 1938.
The observatory represents a crucial center for astronomical research in southwest China, promoting scientific education through public programs and exhibitions.
Researchers at the facility utilize the Lijiang 2.4m telescope, New Vacuum Solar Telescope, and Yunnan 40m Radio Telescope for diverse astronomical investigations.
The observatory's research teams have discovered SN2021dbg, a Type II supernova, and developed machine learning methods for analyzing binary star systems.
Location: Yunnan
Inception: 1930
Official opening: 1938
Elevation above the sea: 2,014 m
Website: http://ynao.ac.cn
GPS coordinates: 25.03330,102.78300
Latest update: March 18, 2025 07:52
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