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Alte Sternwarte
Historic Astronomy in the Heart of Bonn
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Constructed in 1844, the Alte Sternwarte in Poppelsdorfer Allee was founded by Friedrich Wilhelm August Argelander. This 19th-century architectural monument includes a main building and a telescope dome, both protected as heritage sites. Additionally, it is listed as 'Outstanding Astronomical Heritage' by the International Astronomical Union.
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The telescope dome was erected in 1899.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1840
- Heritage Status
- Architectural Heritage Monument
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Location
Nearby
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46 m away
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Arbeitskreis selbständiger Kultur-Institute e.V.
361 m away
Poppelsdorf Palace
491 m away
Erzbischöfliche Liebfrauenschule
300 m away
Botanischer Garten
493 m away
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