Spica observatory
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Spica Observatory is a small astronomical facility in Signa, in the Tuscany region of central Italy.
About Spica Observatory
The observatory is listed in the directory of the Italian Astronomical Union's (UAI) Research Asteroids Section, which points to a focus on amateur and semi-professional asteroid observation work, though detailed public information about its instruments and history is limited.
Location & getting there
Signa sits in the Tuscan countryside just west of Florence, in the Arno valley, a region better known for its art and history than for dark skies, but still home to a number of dedicated amateur observing stations like this one.
Visiting Spica Observatory
No public opening hours or tour information could be confirmed for Spica Observatory. If you're hoping to visit, check for current contact details online, since access to smaller amateur stations like this is often arranged directly with the operator rather than advertised.
See your named star from here
Wherever a telescope points, it's coordinates, right ascension and declination, that tell it where to look, and that's exactly what comes with every star named through Star Register. Start with our star packages or browse the catalogue.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.