Frequently Asked Questions

Amateur sky observations are not carried out because the telescopes at the observatory located on mountain summits have technical configurations and are dedicated to the scientific projects conducted at night. In addition, due to the difficulty of responding to any emergency (health, accident, etc.) that may occur in the region because of the terrain and road conditions, visitors other than authorized personnel and professional researchers cannot be admitted to the campus.

You should follow the announcements on the official website and fill out the application form with correct information. Participation is suitable for people who are interested in the sky and science, and who have the equipment and health to camp. Participants under the age of 16 may attend accompanied by a parent. You can join the observations with expert guides using the many telescopes set up in the observation area. If you wish, you can also bring your own telescope and observe. Per event rules, transfer of rights is not permitted, and no one other than confirmed participants is admitted to the event area.

You can attend Astronomical Observation Events by appointment at the Türkiye National Observatories Antalya Office. During the daytime event, Sun observation is carried out with students using a special-filter telescope, a presentation introducing the observatory is given, and questions are answered. Sun observation cannot be carried out in adverse weather conditions, but the introduction and talk event is held.

Unfortunately no. You can graduate from the relevant departments of universities and take part in a research/observation project. However, you cannot apply directly as a principal investigator.

Due to our data policy, you can access past data by making the relevant application to the Directorate and upon approval.