Menorca Astronomical Observation of the Night Sky
12 Ratings
- Live Guide
- E-Ticket
- 2 hr
The sky of Menorca is unique in Europe and the Mediterranean, in the different observation points of the island you can clearly see the Milky Way, stars, planets, constellations and endless objects in the night sky that due to light pollution no longer they are unaffordable elsewhere. The activity consists of a complete astronomical observation, with a theoretical introduction, a guided tour of the sky by a Starlight guide, observation of the main celestial objects at night with a laser pointer, astronomical binoculars and state-of-the-art telescopes to enjoy the Milky Way, Galaxies , Nebulae and the brightest stars. All this together with the mythology of the constellations and the stories of the Menorca sky.
Itinerary Details
Operated by: Polaris Menorca
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We offer this night sky activity at our headquarters, in a private place that has services such as WC, tables, chairs, terrace. The tour is basically astronomical. Upon receiving clients we give them a brief explanation of Menorca and its commitment as a biosphere reserve to sustainability. We explain what it also means to be a "Starlight" territory, reserve and destination, which has the night sky protected. Next we teach the virtues of the natural landscape where they are found. The highlight of the activity is the observation of the night sky through laser pointers, astronomical binoculars and telescopes. All this recreated with the mythology enclosed in the constellations and the observation of various objects such as planets, stars, nebulae and galaxies.
Duration: 2 hour
Stop At:
We offer this night sky activity at our headquarters, in a private place that has services such as WC, tables, chairs, terrace. The tour is basically astronomical. Upon receiving clients we give them a brief explanation of Menorca and its commitment as a biosphere reserve to sustainability. We explain what it also means to be a "Starlight" territory, reserve and destination, which has the night sky protected. Next we teach the virtues of the natural landscape where they are found. The highlight of the activity is the observation of the night sky through laser pointers, astronomical binoculars and telescopes. All this recreated with the mythology enclosed in the constellations and the observation of various objects such as planets, stars, nebulae and galaxies.
Duration: 2 hour
