Nizamia observatory, Astronomical observatory in Hyderabad, India.
The Nizamia Observatory features historic domed structures housing telescopes including a 48-inch reflector that was among India's largest astronomical instruments during its operational period.
Established in 1908 by Nawab Zafar Yar Jung Bahadur under the patronage of the sixth Nizam, the observatory originally participated in international celestial mapping projects and contributed over 463,000 observations.
The observatory represents Hyderabad's scientific heritage during the Nizam era, symbolizing royal patronage of astronomy and the region's contribution to early 20th-century astronomical research in India.
Currently housed within the premises of the Centre for Economic and Social Studies in Punjagutta, the historic structure faces neglect though restoration initiatives are being considered by authorities.
The facility participated in the international Carte du Ciel project, taking over celestial zones from observatories in Chile and Germany to photograph and catalog stars across designated sky regions.
Location: Hyderabad
GPS coordinates: 17.43167,78.45250
Latest update: July 24, 2025 10:26
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