Indira Gandhi Planetarium, Space science center in Patna Rural, India
The Indira Gandhi Planetarium is a space science center in Patna, Bihar, built around a dome-shaped main structure. Inside, a projection hall features a spherical screen where astronomical images and simulations are displayed to seated audiences.
The planetarium was planned in the late 1980s and opened to the public in 1993. It was part of a broader push across India to bring science education centers to major regional cities.
The planetarium draws school groups and families who come to watch shows about the night sky and the solar system together. Presentations run in both Hindi and English, making the experience accessible to a wide local audience.
The center welcomes visitors of all ages, from school children to adults. Visiting on a weekday tends to be quieter, as weekends and public holidays attract larger groups.
The planetarium building is shaped like a cross-section of an apple, giving it an exterior that stands out from most other planetariums in India. This form was chosen to symbolize the connection between science and nature, referencing the story of Newton and gravity.
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