Cities
Slovenia Ljubljana Ljubljana Observatory

Astronomsko-geofizikalni observatorij Golovec

Astronomsko-geofizikalni observatorij Golovec
About

The Astronomical and Geophysical Observatory Golovec, located on Golovec Hill in Ljubljana, is a historic research and educational facility operated by the Faculty of Mathematics and Physics at the University of Ljubljana. Established in 1949 at the initiative of Professor Fran Dominko, it was Slovenia’s first university observatory, designed to advance professional astronomy and geophysics. The observatory features a 5.5-meter dome housing the historic Askania Bamberg refractor and the modern 70-cm Vega telescope, used for photometry, gamma-ray burst studies, and comet observations. It serves as a vital training ground for students and hosts public events, open days, and group visits, fostering scientific curiosity and outreach.

Ljubljana Slovenia
Location

Astronomsko-geofizikalni observatorij Golovec is located at Pot na Golovec 25 in the Golovec district of Ljubljana. It serves as Slovenia’s national astronomical and geophysical observatory, housed in a facility that supports both astronomical research and public outreach. The observatory is known for its Vega telescope and engages visitors with special open days and events, particularly around the summer solstice. Nearby, the observatory is situated in a green, elevated area offering scenic views and walking trails such as the path leading to peak Luknje, making it ideal for nature lovers and hikers. While it is slightly removed from the central city, visitors can enjoy tranquil natural surroundings and explore the nearby Golovec Forest, a popular spot for outdoor activities. The location combines scientific heritage with peaceful outdoor experiences, providing a unique setting within Ljubljana’s broader urban and natural landscape.

Ljubljana Castle Ljubljana Castle Ljubljana Križanke Summer Theatre Križanke Summer Theatre Ljubljana Mestna hiša Mestna hiša Ljubljana Plečnik House Plečnik House Ljubljana Cobblers' Bridge Cobblers' Bridge Ljubljana National Museum of Slovenia National Museum of Slovenia Ljubljana Moderna galerija Moderna galerija Ljubljana City Museum of Ljubljana City Museum of Ljubljana Ljubljana Slovene Ethnographic Museum Slovene Ethnographic Museum Ljubljana National Gallery of Slovenia National Gallery of Slovenia Ljubljana Museum of Illusions Museum of Illusions Ljubljana Ljubljana Opera House Ljubljana Opera House Ljubljana Ljubljana City Theatre Ljubljana City Theatre Ljubljana Cankarjev dom Cultural and Congress Centre Cankarjev dom Cultural and Congress Centre Ljubljana Prešeren Square Prešeren Square Ljubljana Congress Square Congress Square Ljubljana Republic Square Republic Square Ljubljana Tivoli Park Tivoli Park Ljubljana Botanični vrt Univerze Botanični vrt Univerze Ljubljana Špica Park Špica Park Ljubljana Osrednja tržnica Osrednja tržnica Ljubljana Ljubljana Open Kitchen Ljubljana Open Kitchen Ljubljana Breg Embankment Breg Embankment Ljubljana Slovenian Museum of Natural History Slovenian Museum of Natural History Ljubljana Museum of Contemporary Art Metelkova Museum of Contemporary Art Metelkova Ljubljana International Centre of Graphic Arts International Centre of Graphic Arts Ljubljana National Museum of Contemporary History National Museum of Contemporary History Ljubljana Museum of Architecture and Design Museum of Architecture and Design Ljubljana Computer History Museum Slovenia Computer History Museum Slovenia Ljubljana Museum of Puppetry Museum of Puppetry Ljubljana Jewish Cultural Center Jewish Cultural Center Ljubljana Ljubljana City Gallery Ljubljana City Gallery Ljubljana Cukrarna Gallery Cukrarna Gallery Ljubljana Škuc Gallery Škuc Gallery Ljubljana Match Gallery Match Gallery Ljubljana Atelje Galerija Atelje Galerija Ljubljana Alkatraz Gallery Alkatraz Gallery Ljubljana Aksioma Project Space Aksioma Project Space Ljubljana DobraVaga DobraVaga Ljubljana Galerija Equrna Galerija Equrna Ljubljana Galerija Fotografija Galerija Fotografija Ljubljana Galerija Antikvitete Novak Galerija Antikvitete Novak Ljubljana Nebotičnik Skyscraper Nebotičnik Skyscraper Ljubljana Šmarna Gora Šmarna Gora Ljubljana Grajski grič Grajski grič Ljubljana Rožnik Rožnik Ljubljana Fužine Castle Fužine Castle Ljubljana Cekinov grad Cekinov grad Ljubljana Auersperg Palace Auersperg Palace Ljubljana Slovenian National Theatre Slovenian National Theatre Ljubljana Ljubljana Puppet Theatre Ljubljana Puppet Theatre Ljubljana Slovenian Youth Theatre Slovenian Youth Theatre Ljubljana Glej Theatre Glej Theatre Ljubljana Sentjakobsko Theatre Sentjakobsko Theatre Ljubljana Stara mestna elektrarna - Elektro Ljubljana Stara mestna elektrarna - Elektro Ljubljana Ljubljana Kulturnica Kulturnica Ljubljana House of Children and Arts House of Children and Arts Ljubljana Cankarjev dom Cankarjev dom Ljubljana

User attributes