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Pousada dos Anoes Observatory

Brazil · South America
✦ -14.3173, -47.5019

Satellite imagery: Esri, Maxar, Earthstar Geographics

About this observatory

Pousada dos Anões Observatory sits in the state of Goiás, in Brazil's Central-West region, one of many small astronomical sites across a state known for its high plateaus and dark rural skies.

About Pousada dos Anões Observatory

Public records identify it simply as an astronomical observatory in Goiás, Brazil. Beyond its name and location, detailed information about its founding, operator, or instruments isn't currently available.

Location & getting there

Goiás occupies Brazil's Central-West highlands, an area of high plateaus set well back from the coast and its major cities, which helps keep skies comparatively dark across much of the state.

Visiting Pousada dos Anões Observatory

Because confirmed details on opening hours or public access aren't available, anyone hoping to visit should check current information online or with local astronomy groups in Goiás before planning a trip.

See your named star from here

Even without confirmed facilities data for this particular observatory, Goiás's dark, high-altitude terrain makes the wider region a promising place for stargazing. If you've named a star with Star Register, bring its coordinates and a star-finder app along on a clear night. Browse the star catalogue or name a star before your trip.

Opening hours

Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.

Frequently asked questions
In the state of Goiás, in Brazil's Central-West region.
Records identify it only as an astronomical observatory in Goiás; details on its telescopes, founder, or history aren't publicly documented.
Public access details aren't confirmed, so it's best to check locally before planning a visit.
Its high plateaus and distance from major cities give much of the state comparatively dark skies suited to naked-eye and telescope observing.
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