Byurakan Observatory, secrets of the universe

Duration 4-5 hours. ## The Byurakan Astrophysical Observatory, located in the village of Byurakan in Armenia, is a world-renowned astronomical research institution. Founded in 1946 by the renowned astronomer Viktor Ambartsumian, the observatory has made significant contributions to the field of astrophysics.

01 August, 01 August

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Language: English, Russian, Armenian, French, German

Duration: 1 day

Start | End point: 1a Sayat-Nova Ave, Yerevan 0001, Armenia | 1a Sayat-Nova Ave, Yerevan 0001, Armenia

Type of tour: Private

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Day 1

Stop 1.Byurakan Observatory

Byurakan Observatory, founded in 1946 by astrophysicist Viktor Ambartsumian, is Armenia’s leading astronomical research center. Located on the southern slope of Mount Aragats, it is known for discoveries in star formation and galaxies. The observatory houses advanced telescopes and the 2.6-meter telescope, one of the largest in the region. It is both a research hub and a popular site for stargazing.