Varahamihir Astronomical Observatory
Established in 2013 by the Madhya Pradesh Council of Science and Technology (MPCST), the Varahamihira Astronomical Observatory is a premier research facility named after the ancient Indian astronomer Varahamihira.
Located in the serene Dongla village of Ujjain district, the observatory is perfectly positioned near the Tropic of Cancer and the ancient Indian time meridian, offering ideal dark skies for astronomical research.
Dongla Village, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh
23┬░26'43.2"N, 75┬░45'45.5"E
2-acre world-class astronomical research facility
Near Tropic of Cancer and ancient time meridian
Advanced observational astronomy research
Study of comets and near-Earth asteroids with photometric monitoring and orbital analysis
Photometric monitoring of active stars and stellar variability analysis
Temporal studies of classical novae and their light-curve analysis
Observational Astronomy Winter School since 2020 for students
Three-floor steel structure with motorized dome
Comfortable suites for visiting researchers
200-seat conference and seminar hall
Meeting space for collaborative research
Interactive sessions for school and college students across the region
Public sky observation sessions and stargazing events
Annual observational astronomy training programs
Research internships and mentorship programs
Expert talks on astronomy and space exploration
Location:
Dongla Village
District Ujjain
Madhya Pradesh, India тАУ 456443
Coordinates:
23┬░26'43.2"N, 75┬░45'45.5"E