Arizona, a holy place for astronomy enthusiasts around the world (picture)

Arizona, a holy place for astronomy enthusiasts around the world (picture) Stable weather conditions, dry air and dark nights have made Arizona a holy place for astronomy enthusiasts around the world...

Stable weather conditions, dry air and dark nights have made Arizona a holy place for astronomy enthusiasts around the world. There is the world's oldest astronomical observatory here, as well as the Astronomy Village, which has become famous in recent years. Whether you are an astronomy enthusiast or an ordinary tourist, you can find endless fun in exploring the vast universe and stars here.

The Lowell Observatory is located in Flagstaff, Arizona. It is the oldest observatory in the world and was designated a U.S. National Historic Landmark in 1965. It was established by astronomer Percival Earle of Boston's prominent Lowell family. In 1930, Clyde Bo discovered Pluto here, and since then the Earle Observatory has been known to the world. Every year, about 70,000 tourists first participate in guided tours arranged by the observatory during the day, and then watch the wonderful beauty of the night sky through high-tech telescopes at night. Another world-renowned observatory is Kitt’s Peak National Observatory, which has the most complete astronomical observation tools in the world. In addition, there is the world's largest solar telescope? #40614; Kermes-Pierce Solar Telescope. Since it was opened to the public in 1996, it has been a dream destination for many astronomy enthusiasts. Visitors only need to spend $46 to peek into the mysteries of the universe, but they need to book weeks in advance. Motels and B&Bs abound within driving distance of the observatory.

There are more than 1 million astronomy enthusiasts in the United States, so Astronomy Village came into being. There are only two astronomy villages in the world, and one of them, Arizona Sky Village, is located in southern Arizona. This community sits at the foot of the Chiricahua Mountains and covers 180 hectares. In the past five years, it has attracted people from the United Kingdom, South Korea, Russia, and the most remote areas of the United States. Many houses and observatories were built in the village for purchase by astronomy enthusiasts. There is also an observation station located on the top of the mountain, which is provided free of charge to short-term observers. They can set up tents around it and observe the stars at any time. As the number of astronomy enthusiasts increases, the number of suitable observation locations gradually decreases, and the astronomy village will attract a large number of observers in the future. (Source Sohu Travel)