Jena Observatory, Astronomical observatory in Jena, Germany.
The Jena Observatory maintains modern research facilities with multiple telescopes and instruments for conducting observations of celestial phenomena from its elevated position.
Established in 1813, the observatory received support from Karl August von Sachsen-Weimar-Eisenach and incorporated design elements from Johann Wolfgang Goethe.
The Friedrich Schiller University operates this scientific center, which conducts research programs and regularly hosts international conferences in astronomy and astrophysics.
Visitors can join guided tours, attend public presentations, and participate in astronomy events by checking the schedule on the observatory's official website.
In 1962, the observatory expanded to include a second facility in Großschwabhausen to address the increasing light pollution from Jena's city center.
Location: Jena
Inception: 1813
Operator: Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena
GPS coordinates: 50.92527,11.58277
Latest update: March 18, 2025 07:52
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