Slovak Central Observatory Hurbanovo
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The Slovak Central Observatory is located in Hurbanovo, Slovakia, and traces its roots back to one of the region's oldest astronomical institutions.
About the Slovak Central Observatory
Today the observatory focuses heavily on public education and outreach, running the Astrofilm Festival and Astrofoto photography competitions for enthusiasts, and publishing Kozmos magazine, which has appeared since 1970.
History
The observatory was founded in 1871, originally as the Ógyalla Observatory, making it one of the longest-running astronomical institutions in the region and giving Hurbanovo a deep-rooted place in Central European astronomy.
Location & getting there
The observatory sits in Hurbanovo, in southern Slovakia, at an elevation of about 115 metres. Use the map and directions button on this page to plan a visit.
Visiting the Slovak Central Observatory
Visit enquiries can be made through the observatory's official website, suh.sk, or by phone at +421 352 45 11 02; checking ahead is recommended since outreach events like the Astrofilm Festival run on their own schedule.
See your named star from here
The observatory's telescopes can be pointed at the exact coordinates of any star, so a star named through Star Register can be located from Hurbanovo using its right ascension and declination. Browse the star catalogue to find a named star's position.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check the official website and Google Maps for current times before you travel.
