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IAO, one of the emerging sites for infrared and optical astronomy studies: Study

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  • Published
    2nd Oct, 2021

A recent study showed that the Indian Astronomical Observatory (IAO) is one of the emerging sites for infrared and optical astronomy studies. 

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A recent study showed that the Indian Astronomical Observatory (IAO) is one of the emerging sites for infrared and optical astronomy studies. 

About Indian Astronomical Observatory

  • The Indian Astronomical Observatory (IAO) is located in Hanle near Leh in Ladakh.
  • The observatory has one of the world's highest located sites for optical, infrared and gamma-ray telescopes. 
  • Operated by: Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Bangalore. 
  • Situated at an elevation of 4,500 meters, it is currently the 9th highest optical telescope in the world.

Telescopes in the Observatory

  • The Observatory has the following telescopes:
    • 2.01 meter optical-infrared Himalayan Chandra Telescope (HCT)
    • High Altitude Gamma Ray Telescope (HAGAR)
    • GROWTH-India telescope

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