Casasco observatory

Casasco observatory, formally the Osservatorio Astronomico Naturalistico di Casasco, is an astronomical observatory in Camerano Casasco, in the Piedmont region of Italy.

About Casasco observatory

The observatory carries the IAU code B66 and is managed by the Astronomy and Environment Association (Astronomia e Ambiente), a social promotion association that also serves as a territorial delegation of the Italian Astronomical Union (UAI). It has earned a Travelers' Choice award from Tripadvisor.

History

Casasco observatory was founded in 1997.

Telescopes & research

The observatory organises public events and lectures on astronomical topics, including sky colours, archaeoastronomy, and celestial hazards such as asteroids and solar storms.

Location & getting there

The observatory is located in Camerano Casasco, in the Province of Asti, Piedmont, Italy, at Strada Ca' Simone on the SP119 road.

Visiting Casasco observatory

Casasco observatory is open for membership and scheduled meetings, and regularly runs public lectures and events. Check the Astronomia e Ambiente association's schedule before visiting.

See your named star from here

Casasco's programme of public lectures on the night sky makes it a fitting place to think about a star named just for you. Name a star as a gift, or browse the star catalogue to see stars already claimed.