Molėtai Astronomical Observatory, Astronomical observatory in Molėtai District Municipality, Lithuania.
The Molėtai Astronomical Observatory sits on Kaldiniai Hill at 200 meters elevation, featuring three advanced research telescopes for celestial observations.
The observatory opened in 1969 as an alternative to the Vilnius facility, starting with a 25-centimeter telescope that was later upgraded to larger instruments.
The facility organizes educational programs and nighttime tours, allowing visitors to observe stars and planets through professional astronomical equipment.
Registration for observatory visits requires advance booking through their website, with tours conducted only during favorable weather conditions.
The observatory houses a 165-centimeter diameter telescope, which stands as one of the largest scientific instruments in Northern Europe.
Location: Molėtai District Municipality
Official opening: 1969
Elevation above the sea: 200 m
Website: http://mao.tfai.vu.lt
GPS coordinates: 55.31597,25.56333
Latest update: September 25, 2025 07:40
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