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OBSERVATORY
( Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES)
:- It is about 4.5 km from Nainital. Situated at an altitude
of (1951 MT). Observatory is basically a place of astronomical
studies. Public is shown round some of the instruments during
working days at afternoons. For night viewing three four days
on moonlight nights are fixed and permission is needed.
The clear skies over Nainital prompted the government to setup
an observatory here. The observatory has one of the most advance
telescopes in India. Observatory was established at Nainital
in 1955 and shifted to present location of Manora Peak in 1961.
Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES)
is an autonomous institute devoted to research and development
in Astronomy & Astrophysics and Atmospheric Sciences. The Institute
is funded by the Department of Science and Technology (DST),
Government of India.
The primary objective of the observatory has been to develop
facilities for modern astrophysical research in stellar, solar
& theoretical branches of astrophysics. With prior permission,
visitors can get access to the observatory and also experience
the pleasure of viewing celestial objects through the telescope,
provided the nights are clear enough. With the help of this
telescope the movement of stars, planets and other heavenly
bodies can be calculated to great precision.
Telephone No. Of Observatory 05942-235136 & 05942-235883. 05942-235583,
05942-233734-35
Timings : 7 pm to 9 pm
ROUTE TO OBSERVATORY FROM NAINITAL
You Can Visit This Place On Foot Or By Taxi.
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