Stazione Astronomica Betelgeuse observatory
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Stazione Astronomica Betelgeuse is a private astronomical observatory in Lombardy, Italy, registered with the country's amateur astronomy union for its asteroid work.
About Stazione Astronomica Betelgeuse
The observatory holds observatory code B75, assigned by the Unione Astrofili Italiani (Italian Astronomical Union) for its contributions to asteroid research, and appears in Italy's registry of amateur astronomical observatories. Beyond this, detailed public information on its founding date and instruments isn't confirmed.
Location & getting there
The site sits in Lombardy, in Italy's Europe region, in the country's northern reaches away from the busiest city centres.
Visiting Stazione Astronomica Betelgeuse
As a private facility built for research rather than public tours, Stazione Astronomica Betelgeuse doesn't appear to have general visiting hours listed. Anyone interested in its work is best served by checking Italy's amateur astronomy union listings for current details.
See your named star from here
A private research site with a registered observatory code is exactly the kind of place equipped to pin down a named star's coordinates precisely. Search the star catalogue to find your star's right ascension and declination.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.
