Turitea observatory
Satellite imagery: Esri, Maxar, Earthstar Geographics
Turitea observatory is located in the Turitea suburb of Palmerston North, in New Zealand's Manawatū-Whanganui region, on the southern side of the Manawatū River.
About Turitea observatory
The observatory operates a 0.36-metre telescope and contributes to international astronomy research, focusing on microlensing studies used to discover and follow up on exoplanets, as part of a wider collaborative research network.
Telescopes & research
Turitea's 0.36-metre facility is used primarily for microlensing observations, a technique that has helped astronomers detect distant exoplanets, alongside general follow-up observation work in partnership with other research institutions.
Location & getting there
The observatory sits in the Turitea suburb of Palmerston North, on the southern side of the Manawatū River, in New Zealand's Manawatū-Whanganui region.
Visiting Turitea observatory
Public visiting details for this research facility aren't confirmed; check locally or with Palmerston North resources before planning a visit.
See your named star from here
New Zealand's Southern Hemisphere skies open up a different set of stars from those visible in the north, making Turitea a distinctive spot to search for a named star. Name a star or browse the catalogue.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.
