Observatoire de la Cote d'Azur

I visited the Observatoire de la Cote d'Azur yesterday. It is in Nice France. There are fifteen historic buildings, all in the course of resotoration and many have been magnificently restored. The magnificent Grande Coupule has a 24m dome by Gustave Eiffell, seated on a charming observatory by Garnier, architect of the Paris Opera. The observatory staff have undertaken a great program of public outreach and education. The observatory is set in a huge park with absoutely spectacular views of the city of Nice, and extending right along the coast to St Tropez. This place is a must for any astronomy enthusiast visiting Nice.
website http://www.oca.eu

Simon
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