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Vainu Bappu Observatory, Kavalur
Kavalur, Javadi Hills, Tamil Nadu
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Quick answer
Vainu Bappu Observatory, Kavalur is an observatory in Kavalur, Javadi Hills, Tamil Nadu, listed in Indian Space Hub's directory of ISRO centres and units.
About Vainu Bappu Observatory, Kavalur
Named after astronomer M. K. Vainu Bappu, this observatory in the Javadi Hills is home to the 2.3-metre Vainu Bappu Telescope, one of the largest optical telescopes in Asia when it was commissioned in 1986. Astronomers here have studied stars, comets and the rings of planets.
Vainu Bappu Observatory, Kavalur: key facts
| Type | Observatory |
|---|---|
| Place | Kavalur, Javadi Hills |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| Website | www.iiap.res.in |
Frequently asked questions
What is Vainu Bappu Observatory, Kavalur?
Vainu Bappu Observatory, Kavalur is an observatory in Kavalur, Javadi Hills, Tamil Nadu, listed in Indian Space Hub's directory of ISRO centres and units.
Where is Vainu Bappu Observatory, Kavalur located?
Vainu Bappu Observatory, Kavalur is located in Kavalur, Javadi Hills, Tamil Nadu.
What type of centre is Vainu Bappu Observatory, Kavalur?
It is listed as an observatory.