Poloniny Dark-Sky Park, Dark-sky preserve in Prešov Region, Slovakia
Poloniny Dark-Sky Park extends across 485 square kilometers of northeastern Slovakia, featuring natural darkness with minimal interference from artificial lights.
The establishment of this astronomical reserve in 2010 marked a substantial advancement in protecting Slovakia's night skies from light pollution.
The park functions as an educational center where visitors and scientists study celestial phenomena and conduct astronomical research throughout the year.
Multiple designated observation points within the park provide unobstructed views of the night sky, with visibility reaching up to 2,000 stars without telescopes.
The sky darkness measures between 21.3 and 21.7 mag/arcsec², allowing observers to see astronomical features such as zodiacal light and faint stars.
Location: Prešov Region
Inception: 2010
Website: http://poloniny.svetelneznecistenie.sk
GPS coordinates: 49.03000,22.36000
Latest update: April 17, 2025 10:57
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