UAdeC observatory
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UAdeC Observatory belongs to the Universidad Autónoma de Coahuila, on its Unidad Camporredondo campus in Saltillo, Mexico.
About UAdeC Observatory
The observatory is associated with the university's Facultad de Ciencias Físico Matemáticas (School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences) and houses multiple telescopes used for celestial observation, education, and outreach.
Telescopes & research
The facility supports educational and recreational science activities, and its telescopes are put to use during public outreach events run by the university.
Location & getting there
UAdeC Observatory is located on the Unidad Camporredondo campus in Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico. Use the map and directions button on this page to plan your route.
Visiting UAdeC Observatory
The university hosts public "Noche de Observatorio" (Observatory Night) events, combining demonstrations in physics, chemistry, mathematics, and technology alongside stargazing. Check the university's website for upcoming dates before visiting.
See your named star from here
An outreach-focused site like this is a natural place to see a symbolically named star for yourself, since its telescopes are already set up for public viewing nights. Browse our star catalogue to find a star named near Mexico.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.
