Stia observatory
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Stia observatory is a small astronomical facility in the Tuscan town of Stia, Italy.
About Stia observatory
The observatory is registered as "Stia A78 IT" in the asteroid research section of the Unione Astrofili Italiani (UAI), Italy's national union of amateur astronomers, though detailed public information about its facilities and activities is limited.
Location & getting there
Stia is a town in the Casentino valley of Tuscany, in central Italy, a hilly, wooded area of the Apennines.
Visiting Stia observatory
No public opening hours or visitor information are currently published for Stia observatory. If you are planning to visit the area, it is best to check with local Tuscan astronomy clubs or the UAI network before travelling.
See your named star from here
A named star is simply a set of coordinates in the sky, so any telescope capable of tracking the stars - including one set up in the hills around Stia - can in principle be pointed at the right ascension and declination on your star certificate. Browse the full star catalogue to find yours.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.
