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Ooty Radio Telescope
Udhagamandalam (Ooty), Tamil Nadu
observatory
Quick answer
Ooty Radio Telescope is an observatory in Udhagamandalam (Ooty), Tamil Nadu, listed in Indian Space Hub's directory of ISRO centres and units.
About Ooty Radio Telescope
A 530-metre-long cylindrical radio telescope built on a hill slope that matches Ooty's latitude, so it lines up with Earth's axis and can follow a source across the sky by rotating. It was designed and built in India and began observing in 1970.
Ooty Radio Telescope: key facts
| Type | Observatory |
|---|---|
| Place | Udhagamandalam (Ooty) |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| Website | www.ncra.tifr.res.in |
Frequently asked questions
What is Ooty Radio Telescope?
Ooty Radio Telescope is an observatory in Udhagamandalam (Ooty), Tamil Nadu, listed in Indian Space Hub's directory of ISRO centres and units.
Where is Ooty Radio Telescope located?
Ooty Radio Telescope is located in Udhagamandalam (Ooty), Tamil Nadu.
What type of centre is Ooty Radio Telescope?
It is listed as an observatory.