Monte Argentario observatory
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Monte Argentario observatory is a small astronomical facility in the province of Grosseto, Tuscany, registered for asteroid research with Italy's amateur astronomy community.
About Monte Argentario Observatory
The observatory is registered with the Union of Italian Amateur Astronomers (UAI) for asteroid research and holds Minor Planet Center code 593.
Location & getting there
It is located in the province of Grosseto, in Tuscany, Italy - a coastal area also known for the Monte Argentario promontory it takes its name from.
Visiting Monte Argentario Observatory
We don't have confirmed public visiting details for this site beyond its amateur research registration. Check with the Union of Italian Amateur Astronomers or local contacts before planning a visit.
See your named star from here
Even a small observatory dedicated to asteroid work can, with the right coordinates, help you find a named star in the same sky. Explore our star-naming packages or browse the catalogue of stars already named through Star Register.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.