Gauteng observatory
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Gauteng observatory is a site in Gauteng province, South Africa, in the region that surrounds Johannesburg and Pretoria.
About Gauteng observatory
Public information about this specific facility is limited. Gauteng province is home to South Africa's most active astronomy community, including amateur societies and the country's radio-astronomy infrastructure, and this observatory sits within that landscape.
Location & getting there
The observatory is located at roughly 26.1°S, 27.9°E in Gauteng, South Africa's most densely populated province. The wider region combines an urban corridor with darker skies further from the city centres.
Visiting Gauteng observatory
We don't have confirmed opening hours or ticketing details for this site. If you're planning a visit, check for current visitor information before you travel.
See your named star from here
Wherever you view the night sky from in Gauteng, the coordinates of a star named through Star Register can be pointed out with any telescope set up for the task. Name a star and browse the catalogue to find one visible from the southern hemisphere.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.
