Turin Astrophysical Observatory

The Turin Astrophysical Observatory is a research facility with a large scientific library located in Pino Torinese, about 10 kilometers from Turin. The institution houses specialized departments for studying galaxies, stars, planets, and cosmic phenomena with modern instruments and archives for ongoing investigation.

The observatory was founded in 1759 and moved several times across Turin before establishing itself permanently in Pino Torinese in 1912. These relocations reflect the institution's growing importance and its adaptation to evolving scientific needs.

The library maintains over 15,000 books and 1,300 scientific journals, representing international research in astronomy, astrophysics, and space physics studies.

Visitors can use the library and discuss research questions with staff, though it is worth checking opening times and access rules beforehand. The facility is accessible by public transportation, making a visit relatively straightforward.

The facility integrated the Interplanetary Space Physics Institute in 2012, significantly strengthening its role in international space research. This merger allowed the institution to conduct even broader investigations into cosmic phenomena.

Location: Pino Torinese

Inception: 1759

Phone: +390118101949

Email: biblioteca.oato@inaf.it

Website: http://oato.inaf.it

GPS coordinates: 45.04129,7.76513

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:26