🔭 Indian Astronomical Observatory

India · Asia · 32.78°N, 78.96°E

The Indian Astronomical Observatory (IAO) is a high-altitude astronomy station in Hanle, Ladakh, India, operated by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics. Situated in the Western Himalayas at an elevation of 4,500 metres (14,800 ft), it is among the world's highest sites for optical, infrared, and gamma-ray telescopes. It is the tenth-highest optical telescope in the world.

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Country	India
Continent / region	Asia
Coordinates (approx.)	32.78°N, 78.96°E · view on map

Indian Astronomical Observatory is located in India, in Asia.

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