Astronomical Observatory of the Jagiellonian University

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Astronomical Observatory of the Jagiellonian University, Astronomical observatory of Jagiellonian University in Kraków, Poland.

The observatory operates advanced telescopes and scientific equipment within a dedicated research facility at the Faculty of Physics, Astronomy, and Applied Computer Science.

Founded in 1792 under the patronage of King Stanisław August Poniatowski, who furnished the institution with telescopes that remain accessible for viewing today.

The observatory maintains connections with international research groups studying gravitational waves, solar activity, and electromagnetic waves in the ionosphere.

Located at Podchorazych 2 in Kraków, the facility welcomes visitors through guided tours and provides regular educational programs about astronomy.

The institution conducts research using a specialized space telescope to investigate the origins of water on Earth and other planetary bodies.

Location: Lesser Poland Voivodeship

Location: Kraków

Inception: 1792

Part of: Jagiellonian University

Website: http://oa.uj.edu.pl

GPS coordinates: 50.05330,19.82390

Latest update: March 18, 2025 07:52

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