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Abruzzo Astronomical Observatory

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Abruzzo Astronomical Observatory

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Abruzzo Astronomical Observatory

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Parco Nazionale del Gran Sasso e Monti della Laga

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    1. Monte Aquila from Campo Imperatore

    6.07km

    02:33

    340m

    340m

    Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

    Hard

    Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    August 7, 2023

    In the heart of the Gran Sasso National Park, on the Campo Imperatore plateau, stands the astronomical station of the Abruzzo Observatory, with an optical and an infrared telescope.

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      November 27, 2022

      An incredible variety of stars can be admired from this beautiful observatory on clear nights.

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        June 30, 2023

        good starting point to reach the Rifugio Duca degli Abruzzi. Large parking lot.

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          Location: L'Aquila, Abruzzo, Italy

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