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ESO

Welcome to the most powerful astronomical observatories in the world.

The official website of the European Southern Observatory (ESO), an intergovernmental research organisation for astronomy. ESO provides state-of-the-art research facilities to astronomers and is supported by 16 countries. The site offers a wealth of information on astronomical discoveries, observatories, and telescopes operated by ESO, including the Very Large Telescope (VLT) and the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA).

Unique Visits

135K

4500 / day

Total Views

150K

5000 / day

Visit Duration, avg.

3.8 min

3.2 pages per visit

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45%

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Founded in

1962

Supported Languages

English, etc

Website Key Features

Latest News

Stay updated with the latest astronomical discoveries and news from ESO.

Image Gallery

Explore stunning images of the universe captured by ESO's telescopes.

Public Outreach

Educational resources and activities designed to engage the public in astronomy.

Scientific Publications

Access to a wide range of scientific papers and publications by ESO researchers.

Telescope Information

Detailed information on ESO's world-class telescopes and observatories.

Press Releases

Official press releases on significant astronomical findings and ESO initiatives.

Events Calendar

A calendar of upcoming astronomical events, conferences, and public lectures.

Educational Resources

A collection of resources for educators and students to learn about astronomy.

Careers

Information on job opportunities and careers at ESO.

Visitor Information

Guidelines and information for visiting ESO's observatories and facilities.

Additional information

Headquarters

Garching near Munich, Germany

Member States

Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom

Observatories

La Silla Observatory, Paranal Observatory, ALMA Observatory, APEX Observatory

Key Projects

Extremely Large Telescope (ELT), Very Large Telescope (VLT), Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA)

Collaborations

Collaborates with various international research institutions and universities.

Public Access

Certain facilities and telescopes are accessible to the public for tours and visits.

Educational Programs

Offers a range of educational programs and workshops for students and educators.

Research Opportunities

Provides opportunities for astronomers and scientists to conduct research using ESO facilities.

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