At 1,200 meters above sea level in Ganda, the Orobian Pre-Alps Astronomical Observatory hosts many activities related to the study of stars and planets.
Run by members of C.a.b., the Circolo astrofili bergamaschi, it allows you to go on a discovery tour of astronomy, with field explanations and theoretical notions of light curves.
And, during the day, can you go inside?
Of course!
Thanks to the special filters, you can admire the sun without risk.
You can go stargazing up close every evening on the first Friday of the month (closed in January).
Evenings begin at 9 p.m. with an astronomy-themed lecture and continue with skygazing, with telescopes available.
The observatory is in the mountains, appropriate clothing and the use of a flashlight to reach the building is recommended.
Possibility of private tours for a fee with groups of at least 20 people instead you have to make arrangements pwith the guides C.a.b.