Troodos Observatory

Troodos Observatory is an astronomical observatory located in Cyprus. It organizes night-time stargazing events and is home to the largest telescope in Cyprus. Troodos Observatory is located in Agridia, near the villages of Agros, Chandria & Kyperounta. Situated at an altitude of 1,250 meters.[1]

Historical background

Work on the observatory and the landscaping of the surrounding area began in 2017, with a budget of €1,600,000 (1.6 million).[2] It's creation was part of the Geostars program, which aims to boost isolated rural areas in Cyprus and Crete.[3]

References

  1. ↑ "Home". Troodos Observatory.
  2. ↑ https://www.kathimerini.com.cy/gr/kypros/xekina-to-ergo-gia-to-asteroskopeio-sto-troodos
  3. ↑ https://www.in.gr/2024/07/04/in-science/space/asteroskopeio-troodous-foutouristiko-kamari-tis-kyprou-enonei-ourano-kai-gi/

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