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The Galileo National Telescope, also known as Telescopio Nazionale Galileo (TNG), is a significant astronomical facility located at the Roque de los Muchachos Observatory on the island of La Palma in the Canary Islands, Spain. This 3.58-meter Italian telescope is a key feature of the observatory, offering a unique opportunity for visitors to explore the wonders of the universe.

Technical Features of the Galileo National Telescope

The TNG is an altazimuthal reflecting telescope, featuring a Ritchey-Chretien optical configuration and a flat tertiary mirror that feeds two opposite Nasmyth foci. This advanced design allows for high-quality astronomical observations. Visitors interested in the technical aspects of astronomy can gain insights into the workings of this sophisticated telescope.

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ESTelescopio Nazionale Galileo
ITTelescopio nazionale Galileo
ENRoque de los Muchachos Observatory
ENAstronomical observatories in La Palma
ESObservatorio del Roque de los Muchachos
ESTelescopio Nazionale Galileo (TNG)

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National Telescope Gallileo
Roque de Los Muchachos, s/n
38787 Garafía

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Opening hours

Monday
7:00 – 19:00
Tuesday
7:00 – 19:00
Wednesday
7:00 – 19:00
Thursday
7:00 – 19:00
Friday
7:00 – 19:00
Saturday
7:00 – 19:00
Sunday
7:00 – 19:00

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Roque de Los Muchachos, s/n, Garafía

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