Urumqi Nanshan Observatory (Gangou Township)
An astronomy education base home to the Chinese Academy of Sciences' Nanshan Observation Station; high altitude and low light pollution make it an important astronomical observation site in northwest China
Visitor info
- Opening hours
- Open all day
- Ticket
- By reservation
Price is indicative — final quote on inquiry.
An astronomy education base home to the Chinese Academy of Sciences' Nanshan Observation Station; its high altitude and low light pollution make it an important astronomical observation site in northwest China. Open by reservation, visitors can tour the observing equipment and attend stargazing lectures; clear nights offer excellent stargazing—ideal for astronomy enthusiasts and family educational trips. Reach it by self-drive.
Getting there: Self-drive
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