Main Astronomical Observatory of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine
Main Astronomical Observatory of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, Astronomical observatory in Holosiiv district, Kyiv, Ukraine.
The Main Astronomical Observatory occupies a forested area in southern Kyiv at 213 meters elevation, featuring multiple research departments and advanced telescopes.
The National Academy of Sciences established this observatory in 1944 under the guidance of scientist O.Ya. Orlov, with the official opening ceremony taking place in 1949.
The observatory maintains a scientific museum that presents astronomical equipment, research findings, and educational materials about space exploration to the public.
Visitors can schedule guided tours Monday through Friday and participate in evening telescope demonstrations when groups of five or more people gather.
Minor planet 15675 received the name Holosyeyevo to recognize this facility, while several moon craters bear names of scientists who worked at the observatory.
Location: Kyiv
Location: Holosiiv
Inception: 1944
Official opening: 1949
Elevation above the sea: 213 m
Part of: National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine
Website: http://mao.kiev.ua
GPS coordinates: 50.36389,30.49722
Latest update: March 18, 2025 07:52
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