Pulkovo Observatory, Research observatory in Moskovsky District, Saint Petersburg, Russia
The Pulkovo Observatory stands at 75 meters elevation, featuring multiple research departments and advanced telescopes for astronomical studies and measurements.
Founded in 1839 by Friedrich Georg Wilhelm von Struve, the observatory housed a 38-centimeter refracting telescope, the largest worldwide at that time.
The Central Astronomical Observatory holds extensive archives of celestial observations and serves as a primary research facility for the Russian Academy of Sciences.
The observatory maintains two additional observation stations in Crimea and Ukraine to overcome the geographical limitations of its northern latitude.
During its reconstruction in 1954, the facility expanded beyond its original capacity with new instruments and established specialized departments including radio astronomy.
Location: Moskovsky District, Saint Petersburg
Inception: August 7, 1839
Founders: Friedrich Georg Wilhelm von Struve
Official opening: August 7, 1839
Elevation above the sea: 75 m
Operator: Российская академия наук
Part of: Historic Centre of Saint Petersburg and Related Groups of Monuments
Website: https://gaoran.ru
GPS coordinates: 59.77167,30.32611
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:54
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