Manila Observatory

On the campus of Ateneo de Manila University in Quezon City, Manila Observatory has been tracking the Philippines' weather and, later, its seismic and space environment since 1865.

About Manila Observatory

Manila Observatory is a non-profit research institute founded by the Society of Jesus. Originally established as the Observatorio Meteorológico del Ateneo Municipal de Manila and later renamed Observatorio Meteorológico de Manila, it has evolved from a weather-forecasting station into a broader science institute, today researching seismic and geomagnetic phenomena alongside radio and solar physics.

History

The Jesuits founded the observatory in 1865, making it one of the oldest scientific institutions in the Philippines. Its early work centred on meteorology and earthquake research, disciplines still reflected in its ongoing seismic and geomagnetic studies.

Telescopes & research

Today's research programme extends beyond its meteorological roots into geomagnetism, seismology, and radio and solar physics, carried out under continued Jesuit direction on the Ateneo de Manila University campus.

Location & getting there

Manila Observatory is located within the Ateneo de Manila University campus in Quezon City, part of the greater Manila metropolitan area in the Philippines.

Visiting Manila Observatory

As a research institute on a university campus, visiting arrangements are best confirmed in advance; check the observatory's official website, observatory.ph, for current information before travelling.

See your named star from here

With more than a century and a half of scientific observation behind it, Manila Observatory sits in a part of the world where the tradition of watching the sky runs deep. If you've named a star with Star Register, its coordinates can be located from here as from anywhere on Earth — explore more dedications in our star catalogue.