Gimhae Astronomical Observatory 김해천문대
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The Gimhae Astronomical Observatory was opened on February 1, 2002 as part of the Millennium Commemorative Project started in December, 1998. It was built to satisfy the general public’s curiosity about the universe and celestial bodies, inspire young people, and give everyone a unique, memorable experience. The observatory is shaped like an egg, in memory of the legend of King Kim Suro, the founder of the Garak Kingdom, according to which the king was born from an egg.
It is said that the queen of King Suro, Heo Hwang-ok, was a princess from the Indian country of Ayuta. Since sophisticated navigation equipment had yet to be invented, it can be assumed that she found her way to the Garak Kingdom by following the stars. It is also said that a prince of the Garak Kingdom built an observatory on the highest point of a mud fortress in Jinrye in order to make astronomical observations. The place is still referred to as Bibidan, which means a place to watch the stars.
These historical facts indicate the stars were very important to the Gaya, an ancient kingdom established mainly in the Gimhae area. The peak of Bunseongsan Mountain, where the observatory is located, offers sweeping views of the entire area of Gimhae-si. The night view of Gimhae-si, when the stars are out, is breathtaking.
Utilization information
・Information : [Constellation Program]
Duration: 30 minutes
Eligibility: Age 4 and older
Description: Explanation of constellations in the night sky.
[Astronomical Observation Program]
Duration: 30min
Description: Observing the sky on clear nights.
[Telescope Handling Program]
Duration: 90 minutes (Every Saturday at 15:00)
Eligibility: 4th grader in elementary school or older. (3rd grader and below can enter with an accompanying guardian.)
Description: Explanation about how a telescope works and how to properly use one.
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・Parking Facilities : Available
・Closed : Mondays (or the following day, if Monday is a holiday), January 1st
・Operating Hours : Exhibition Hall 14:00-22:00 (Last admission 10 minutes before closing)
Available Facilities
● Observatory Building: Observation room 1 & 2, subsidiary observation room, control room, members’ room
Admission Fees
Reservation Info. for Natives
Access
From Gimhae Intercity Bus Terminal, take a taxi to Gimhae Astronomical Observatory parking lot (김해천문대주차장, 20-30min).
From the parking lot, it is a 15-20min walk to Gimhae Astronomical Observatory.
OR,
From Gupo Station (Busan Subway Line 3), take Bus 8 or 8-1.
Get off at Inje University (인제대학교).
From Inje University, take a taxi to Gimhae Astronomical Observatory (김해천문대, 10min).
254, Gaya thema-gil, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
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