Oukaïmden Observatory

The Oukaïmeden Observatory is a research facility with modern telescopes and measurement instruments located at 2700 meters elevation in the Atlas Mountains. The facility takes advantage of the clear mountain air and low light pollution at this remote location for high-quality astronomical observations.

The observatory was founded in 1988, marking the start of modern research operations in this region of North Africa. Its establishment was part of Morocco's scientific development in astronomy.

The observatory functions as an educational center where students and researchers from multiple institutions gain knowledge about astronomical phenomena and research methods.

The remote mountain location requires good preparation for high altitude and changing weather conditions. Visitors should allow time to adjust to the elevation and plan appropriate clothing for the mountain environment.

The research team here has identified more than one hundred asteroids, including objects from the Amor family that approach Earth. These discoveries demonstrate the site's scientific importance for planetary exploration.

Location: Oukaïmeden

Inception: 1988

Elevation above the sea: 2,700 m

GPS coordinates: 31.20611,-7.86639

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:23