Planetário do Porto, Astronomical education center in Massarelos, Portugal.
Description
Planetário do Porto is an astronomical education center in Massarelos featuring a modern auditorium that seats around 100 people for presentations and programs. The facility operates under the direction of the University of Porto's astronomy research community.
History
The planetarium opened in 1998 to connect university astronomical research with public learning and education. In 2015, it underwent a major technical upgrade, replacing its original mechanical projection system with modern digital technology.
Culture
The planetarium was founded to bring astronomy to the public and continues to connect with the University of Porto's research community. Visitors experience how scientific discovery is shared through presentations designed for people of all backgrounds.
Practical
You can enjoy free exhibitions at the site, while planetarium shows require advance booking through their online system. It makes sense to check their schedule ahead of time to see what programs interest you and how much time you will need.
Did you know?
The facility uses an advanced digital projection system that can display the night sky as it appears from different locations on Earth and at different times. This technology makes it possible to show complex cosmic phenomena in ways that help visitors understand them.
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