Croatia Observatory Višnjan / Croatia
Lovers of science and astronomy will find just the place for them right near Poreč.
The Višnjan Observatory is located 16km from Poreč in the village of Tičan. The number of asteroids it has discovered makes it one of the twelve most productive observatories of all time. During its years of operation, it has proven outstanding in astrometric measurements and the discovery of small bodies. Stargazing the Istrian sky will thrill both young and old.
The most active current projects unfolding at the Višnjan observatory are those designed to popularise and educate within the framework of the Tičan Science and Education Centre, including programmes in many fields of science for pupils of all ages.
The Višnjan Observatory is located 16km from Poreč in the village of Tičan. The number of asteroids it has discovered makes it one of the twelve most productive observatories of all time. During its years of operation, it has proven outstanding in astrometric measurements and the discovery of small bodies. Stargazing the Istrian sky will thrill both young and old.
The most active current projects unfolding at the Višnjan observatory are those designed to popularise and educate within the framework of the Tičan Science and Education Centre, including programmes in many fields of science for pupils of all ages.
Travel Information
Observatory Višnjan / Istria / Croatia
Istarska 5 Višnjan
T: +385 (0) 52 449 212
[email protected]
www.astro.hr
Istarska 5 Višnjan
T: +385 (0) 52 449 212
[email protected]
www.astro.hr
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
Just a few people
Best Timing
Sunset during summer
Sunrise & Sunset
06:12 - 19:56
| current local time: 23:41
Photo Themes
astro
astrophotography
night photography
Observatory
stars
Locations
Observatory, Visnjan
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