Ursa Observatory
The Ursa Observatory (Finnish: Ursan tähtitorni, Swedish: Ursas observatorium) is an astronomical observatory located in the Kaivopuisto park in Helsinki, Finland. The observatory, designed by architect Martti Välikangas (1893–1973), was completed in 1926.[1][2]
| Alternative names | Kaivopuisto Observatory | ||||||
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| Organization | Ursa | ||||||
| Location | Kaivopuisto, Helsinki, Finland | ||||||
| Coordinates | 60°09′19.7″N 024°57′19.5″E | ||||||
| Established | 1926 | ||||||
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See also
References
- "Helsingin kaupungin rakennuskulttuuri - Kaivopuiston kaupunginosan inventointi" (PDF) (in Finnish). Helsinki City Museum. 2002. Retrieved 13 June 2024.
- "Kaivopuiston tähtitorni" (in Finnish). Ursa Astronomical Association. Retrieved 13 June 2024.
External links
Media related to Ursa Observatory at Wikimedia Commons
- Ursa Observatory at My Helsinki
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