Boyden Observatory - Attractions Nearby Pembi Bloemfontein Conference Centre

Boyden Observatory - Pembi Bloemfontein Conference Venue Nearby Attractions

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Boyden Observatory
Boyden Observatory - a picturesque observatory just outside the city of Bloemfontein in South Africa, is certainly one of the most publicly accessible observatories of its kind. It has a long and auspicious history, dating back to 1889 when it was founded in Peru, South America, by Harvard University of the United States as the Harvard Southern Station. In 1927 the Observatory was moved to South Africa, to its current location known for its excellent weather conditions and atmospheric stability.

Boyden has the third largest optical operational telescope in Africa, the 1.5- meter UFS-Boyden reflector. A library containing books dating from centuries ago is also part of the historic heritage. Boyden is also proud to house the Metcalf 10 inch refractor - a telescope made by the Joel Metcalf, one the greatest amateur astronomers of the 19th century. The observatory has a solar telescope, used for groups visiting Boyden. An observation platform is ideal for looking at satellites, counting meteors, setting up mobile telescopes and doing astrophotography. A recently installed 16 inch Robotic telescope belonging to the University College Dublin performs professional research into gamma-ray bursts. Numerous other buildings and instruments can be found on the Boyden hill.

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