Siberian Solar Radio Telescope

The Siberian Solar Radio Telescope is a research facility in Tunka Valley that uses two arrays of specialized antennas to observe the sun. The installation captures solar activity and space weather patterns using radio frequencies that help scientists understand solar phenomena.

This facility began operating continuously in 1983 as a major solar research center. Over the decades, work conducted there has expanded our understanding of space weather and solar behavior.

The facility represents a major achievement in Russian scientific infrastructure, employing 40 personnel who conduct research on solar phenomena and space weather patterns.

The site is located in Tunka Valley near Irkutsk between mountain ranges and remains accessible year-round. Keep in mind this is an active research facility where access may be limited.

The telescope employs a crossed interferometer design with 622.3-meter linear baselines, enabling detailed observations of the entire solar disk at 5.7 GHz frequency.

GPS coordinates: 51.75917,102.21889

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:45