TRT-NEO observatory
Satellite imagery: Esri, Maxar, Earthstar Geographics
Near Chiang Mai in northern Thailand, the TRT-NEO observatory forms part of the country's growing network of robotic telescopes dedicated to fast-moving, fast-changing objects in the night sky.
About TRT-NEO observatory
TRT-NEO — short for Thai Robotic Telescope — is operated by the National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (NARIT), the country's main body for astronomical research and public outreach. It's considered one of the more advanced optical astronomy facilities in Asia.
Telescopes & research
The site's main instrument is a 0.5-metre Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope fitted with an Andor iKon-L 936 2K×2K CCD camera, used mainly for photometric observations and searches for transient astronomical events.
Location & getting there
TRT-NEO is located near Chiang Mai, in northern Thailand, within NARIT's network of observing facilities in the region.
Visiting TRT-NEO observatory
As a robotic research telescope, TRT-NEO isn't generally open for casual walk-in visits. NARIT does run public astronomy outreach programmes elsewhere in the region, so check its website for current visitor options before planning a trip.
See your named star from here
A telescope built to catch fleeting changes in the sky is a good reminder of how much is happening above us at any moment. Name a star with Star Register, find its coordinates in our star catalogue, and see how they compare with the skies NARIT's instruments watch over Chiang Mai.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.
