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National Observatory and Planetarium of Kosovo

The National Observatory and Planetarium of Kosovo is a purpose-built public astronomy center in Rashincë, opened in June 2024. Its two neighboring domes contain a 50-seat planetarium and an observatory with a 14-inch Celestron telescope, while a large hydrogen-alpha solar telescope supports daytime observing from the terrace. Developed by Astronomy Outreach of Kosovo with national and municipal funding, the facility hosts planetarium presentations, telescope sessions, lectures, school visits, and public observing events.

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Name
National Observatory and Planetarium of Kosovo
Region
EU
Type
observatory

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Description
The National Observatory and Planetarium of Kosovo is a purpose-built public astronomy center in Rashincë, opened in June 2024. Its two neighboring domes contain a 50-seat planetarium and an observatory with a 14-inch Celestron telescope, while a large hydrogen-alpha solar telescope supports daytime observing from the terrace. Developed by Astronomy Outreach of Kosovo with national and municipal funding, the facility hosts planetarium presentations, telescope sessions, lectures, school visits, and public observing events.
Latitude
42.4490233
Location
Longitude
21.0816448
Operational Status
operational
Ownership
public

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Creation Time
July 29, 2026 at 22:18:10 UTC
Updated Time
July 29, 2026 at 22:18:10 UTC