The Importance Of Lowell Observatory

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Lowell Observatory which was originally designed to study the planet Mars ended up discovering Pluto. Lowell Observatory is one of the oldest observatories that we have. The observatory is still in use today for research and is open for tours offering a world of knowledge about our universe. Lowell Observatory is located in Flagstaff, Arizona; minutes away from Northern Arizona University and Highway 40.

Lowell Observatory has been used for researching stars and has helped bring us closer to understanding what goes on around us in our universe. The observatories continuous research has to be the most exciting thing for people who are interested in the exploration of cosmos.

Lowell Observatory has had some great discoveries, to say the least. In 1977' the co-discovery of the rings of Uranus was made possible. The observatory also discovered carbon dioxide ice that has formed on several Uranian satellites.
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It offers more than just staring up at the stars. We can learn a lot about who we really are in the universe with the knowledge that this observatory can bring. Make a day of this attraction with your friends and family. There are many great places to eat nearby like Criollo Latin Kitchen and Pizzicletta. Knowledge really is the greatest gift you can get and Lowell Observatory has plenty of knowledge about our

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