La Murta Observatory
The La Murta Observatory, in the Region of Murcia, is a research and outreach center managed by the Murcia City Council and the Astronomical Association of the Region. Equipped with a 16-inch Meade Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope, it enables minor planet studies and offers educational visits for sky observation.
Dirección: Región de Murcia
Pais: Spain
Año de contrucción: 2001
MPC observatory code: J76
Zona horaria: Europe/Madrid (GMT +02:00)
Altitud: 406 metros
Coordenadas: 37°50′25″N, 1°12′10″W
Sobre "La Murta Observatory"
The La Murta Observatory, located in the natural area of Carrascoy, is one of the two astronomical centers in the Region of Murcia. Managed by the Murcia City Council and the Regional Astronomical Association, it combines scientific research with public outreach. Its main equipment is a 16-inch Meade Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope, ideal for advanced astronomical studies.
In addition to its scientific work, the observatory offers educational activities, including guided visits on Friday nights, where visitors learn about astronomy and observe the sky if weather conditions allow. Recognized with the MPC J76 code, it has the capacity to study minor planets and contributes to the scientific and astronomical development of the region.