Yecheon Astro-Space Center 예천천문우주과학공원(나일성 천문관)

Astro-Space Center in Yecheon, Gyeongsangbuk-do is the first public facility in Korea to be dedicated to the theme of stars and space. At the center, visitors can study the celestial bodies at the Yecheon Star Observatory, undergo astronaut training simulations at the Yecheon Space Experience Center, and learn about the history of astronomy and the heavens at the Astronomy Park.

At the Yecheon Star Observatory, you can observe the sun by day or by night and view planets, nebula, star clusters, and galaxies through a high-powered telescope. At the planetarium, you can also enjoy films about the constellations projected on the observatory’s dome-shaped ceiling.

At the Yecheon Space Experience Center, take the ride of your life on the G-force Simulator, bounce around in the Moon Walk Chair, experience the vertigo of zero-gravity on the Multi-Axis Trainer, or float in space using the MMU (Manned Maneuvering Unit). For a calmer experience, check out the center’s 4D movies.

On the second floor of the Star Observatory and Space Experience Center is an accommodation facility where you can extend your stay for the ultimate outer space experience. An overnight stay gives you the chance to take full advantage of space observations, telescope assembly and operations, astronomy lectures, and more!

In addition to its range of indoor space-related experiences, the space center also provides the rare opportunity to fly in a helicopter. There are as many as four helicopters in operation for this ongoing program. The Astro-Space Center also plans to unveil a private space travel program in 2014: the second private space travel program worldwide! Coinciding with this exciting new program, the center will be introducing Lynx, a two-person Suborbital Spaceship produced by the U.S. company Xcor.

Space Experience		General	Children (age 6-7)	Infants (age under 5)
Admission Fee		2,000	2,000	1,000 (group)
Basic Experience (G-Force Simulator+4D Theater)	Individual	6,000	6,000	Not available
	Group	5,000	5,000
Space Environment Experience (G-Force Simulator+1/6 Gravity-Chair+Multi-Axis Trainer+4D Theater)	Individual	10,000	Not available
	Group	9,000
Manned Maneuvering Unit (Not available during winter season - Dec. to Feb.)	Individual	9,000
	Group	8,000
Astronomical Observation		5,000	4,000	3,000
★ Space Environment Experience: Must be over 125cm, 25kg ★ 30% discount for seniors & visitors with a disability

 

Main Observatory Room, Sub Observatory Room, Space Projection Room, Children’s Lounge, Visitors’ House

* Main Observatory Room
The Main Telescope, a research-level reflection telescope with 508mm (20 inches) of reflection power, is auto-controlled by a computer. A CDD camera for space observation is also located in this area.

* Sub Observatory Room
During the day, you’ll be able to examine the sun using a telescope specifically designed for solar observation. You’ll be able to view sunspots and solar prominence, which is a large eruption of hydrogen gas on the surface of the Sun. Many other observations are carried out both day and night using a number of sub-telescopes such as GPS-equipped reflecting-refracting telescope and refracting telescopes.

* Space Projection Room
The space theater uses a digital space projector and video projector to present constellations by season and other space-related videos. Rain or shine, this room will give you a fantastic view of the stars!

* Exhibition Room/Lecture Hall
Brief explanations on outer space are displayed along with photos, video clips, and actual meteorites. This section of the facility will help children and even adults learn about the mysteries of space.

* Children’s Lounge (3F)
Enjoy movies, reading books, and relaxing. On the 2nd floor is another lounge where tea and other beverages are served.

* Accommodations (Visitors’ House)
The Yecheon Star Observatory Visitors’ House has room for up to 100 people at a time and is the perfect option for visitors who are participating in the space training program (2 days, 1 night).