Closer to the stars: top 5 unusual astronomical resorts in the world worth visiting
Star-gazing is a magical experience. Unfortunately, the hustle and bustle of the city prevents us from enjoying this natural beauty. That is why it is worth considering an astrotourism trip.
"Many astronomical resorts around the world allow you to immerse yourself in the world of the heavens," News Bytes writes.
Hotel Rangá, Iceland
The Hotel Rangá in Iceland is a dream destination for astronomy enthusiasts.
The hotel has a log cabin design with 51 rooms and an astronomical observatory that boasts a retractable roof and two computerized telescopes.
Visit between September and April to join astronomer-led sessions. The best part is that you can see the northern lights around this time.
Elqui Domos, Chile
Elqui Domos in Chile is the only astronomy hotel in the Southern Hemisphere.
Located 550 miles from Santiago, it offers rooms specially designed for stargazing.
Its wooden cabins are equipped with translucent fabric domes that allow you to view the night sky through skylights.
They also offer astronomy tours and night horseback riding under the stars.
3100 Kulmhotel Gornergrat, Switzerland
Located at the top of the Gornergrat ridge, 3100 Kulmhotel Gornergrat claims to be the highest hotel in the Swiss Alps.
The rooms are designed for stargazing, with tent-like ceilings that open up to the night sky and skylights above the beds.
Guests can enjoy stargazing, including during buffet dinners with experienced astronomers and guided tours.
Primland, USA
Located along the East Coast of the United States, Primland boasts an observatory dome with a powerful Celestron CGE Pro 1400 series telescope.
The observatory dome, located atop the hotel's tower, offers a special perspective for observing cosmic phenomena beyond our solar system.
The hotel's own astronomers give informative presentations, and a smaller telescope on the terrace allows guests to observe the stars more closely.
Sariska Astroport, India
Just a 5-hour drive from Delhi, Astroport Sariska, located near the Sariska Tiger Reserve in Rajasthan, India, offers a unique and exciting travel experience centered on astronomy and nature.
Focusing on astronomical education, adventure, and contact with nature, Astroport Sariska offers a range of well-designed programs and activities against a backdrop of clear skies.
The resort is also home to several high-quality telescopes.