The VLT - Very Large Telescope
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The world's most advanced optical instrument, located in Chile's Atacama Desert, enabling astronomers to make groundbreaking discoveries.

πŸ“œ Advanced optical instrument on Earth, located in the Atacama Desert.
πŸ” Consists of four 8.2m telescopes, working together for clearer views.

Why Go

πŸ”­ See the world's leading telescope
🌌 Essential for scientific research on stars and galaxies
πŸ”¬ Responsible for invaluable astronomical discoveries
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Weekly tours available to visitors center and a telescope

Why Avoid

🚫 No public transportation, requires car rental
🏜️ Very arid, desertic, and isolated region
πŸ—“οΈ Tours only once a week, requires booking in advance

Tips

πŸš— Rent a car from Antofagasta
πŸ’§ Bring plenty of drinking water
πŸ—“οΈ Book tours well in advance

Hours

πŸ•’ Tours available once a week on Saturday.

πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking

Parking available on-site after driving a long dirt road.

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