Taurus Australis Observatory
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Taurus Australis Observatory is an astronomical observatory in the Federal District of Brazil, home to the capital, Brasília.
About Taurus Australis Observatory
Detailed public information about the observatory's history, operator and equipment is limited, but its location places it firmly within Brazil's central plateau region.
Location & getting there
The Federal District sits on Brazil's central plateau in South America, an area whose southern-hemisphere skies offer views of constellations not visible from much of the northern hemisphere.
Visiting Taurus Australis Observatory
As we could not confirm current opening hours or public access arrangements, anyone interested in visiting should search for the observatory's latest status or contact local astronomy groups in the Brasília area beforehand.
See your named star from here
The southern skies over Brazil's Federal District reveal a different slice of the universe than the northern hemisphere does, including many of the stars in our catalogue. Once you have your star's coordinates, any telescope in the region can be aimed at it. Browse the star catalogue or name a star to get started.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.