National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics
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Just south of Cairo in Helwan, Egypt, the National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics has carried out astronomical and geophysical research since the early twentieth century.
About the National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics
Known as NRIAG, the institute grew out of the Helwan Observatory, established in Helwan in 1903. It remains Egypt's national centre for research spanning astronomy and geophysics.
Location & getting there
The institute sits in Helwan, a district on the southern edge of greater Cairo, making it reachable as part of a visit to the Egyptian capital.
Visiting
We don't have confirmed public visiting hours for NRIAG. Check the official website or contact the institute directly before planning a trip, since access to a working research site can vary.
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Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check the official website and Google Maps for current times before you travel.
