Nanying Astronomy Education Park Introduction
Danei District is recognized as the best place in southern Taiwan for stargazing due to its low light pollution, earning it the title "Hometown of Stars." Located in Danei, the Nanying Astronomical Education Park features professional telescopes that allow visitors to experience the beauty of astronomy firsthand. The exhibition hall contains numerous secrets and knowledge about the universe, along with an exciting 3D planetarium, enabling star enthusiasts to embark on a dream journey through space. Observatory: This is the earliest building opened in the park, designed with a pointed shape to represent the concept of "Star Jewel." It is equipped with telescopes of various apertures for astronomical observation. During the day, visitors can gaze at the meandering Tzengwen River, the river terraces, and the lunar terrain from the stargazing platform, and observe sunspots through telescopes. On Saturdays and during special astronomical events, night stargazing is available, providing an experience with telescopes and guided stargazing services to bridge the gap between the public and nature. Astronomical Exhibition Hall: The exhibition hall is designed in accordance with the local geography and natural conditions, symbolizing the "Moon." It employs high-tech virtual reality display methods, offering experience-oriented exhibition design that creates a technological and imaginative astronomical space. Through lively and rich astronomical themes and popular astronomical special exhibitions, it inspires the public's love for astronomy. Planetarium: The building extends into a semi-spherical shape, symbolizing the "Sun." The planetarium is the main focus of this facility and is the first in the country to use a digital dome 3D planetarium, utilizing the world's latest technology, "full-dome 3D imaging" digital projection. This overcomes limitations of location, weather, lunar phases, and time, providing visitors with a realistic and impactful simulated starry sky experience.
