GuideJawa Indonesia Holiday - Bosscha Observatory Lembang
Indonesia Holiday - Bosscha Observatory Lembang
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Indonesia Holiday - Bosscha Observatory Lembang
Bosscha Observatory is located at visit observation Stars, Warehouse Kahuripan Village and Village Lembang, Lembang district, Bandungregency, West Java Province, Indonesia. Located about 15 kilometers to the north from downtown Bandung, with the distance of travel about 30 minutes using two-wheeled vehicle or four wheel. In addition to the daytime, visitors can visit the Observatory Bosscha at night. Here there is a telescope to see stars and a telescope to see the sun.
As from December 15, 2007, at the Museum of Astronomy Observatory was founded Bosscha Indonesia (MAI), which is located in Wisma Kerkhoven. In this museum, there is a collection of photographs of the construction of Onservatorium Bosscha, telescopes secretan, micrometre to read the positions of stars, and measuring engine to read the position of heavenly bodies. In Bosscha Observatory also have the library associated with the ins and outs of the science of astronomy, public lecture room, measuring rooms and workshops.
In addition, visitors can enjoy a special package named AstroCamp, where the participants lived near the observatory for astronomy education and basic training for two days and two nights. Participants can discuss and use the telescope to make observations and photographs of celestial objects directly with professional astronomers. Lembang tourist areas provide various supporting facilities, such as ATM, guesthouse, hotel, villas, shops, cafes, home credit voucher, and outlets that sell souvenirs and snacks typical Bandung.
From Bandung, visitors can ride a private car or public transportation to Lembang. Especially for private vehicles, can be parked near the location of the observatory. Meanwhile, public transport, parked on Visit Raya Lembang, which is about 2 kilometers from the location. From here, visitors can walk to the location, or hire a motorcycle taxi.