# Carnegie Las Campanas Observatory

- **Website:** <https://lco.cl>
- **Primary alias:** `lco.cl`

## Description

Las Campanas Observatory is a premier astronomical facility under the Carnegie Institution for Science, strategically located in the Atacama Desert of Chile. Established in 1969, the observatory provides exceptional access to the southern skies, including the Magellanic Clouds and the Milky Way. It boasts state-of-the-art telescopes, including the Swope 1-meter and the du Pont 2.5-meter telescopes, as well as twin 6.5-meter Magellan telescopes, recognized as part of the next generation of large observatories. The observatory is also the future site of the Giant Magellan Telescope (GMT), which will feature seven segmented mirrors, making it one of the largest telescopes worldwide. The facility includes an administrative center in La Serena, which accommodates scientists and visitors alike, featuring modern amenities. Las Campanas Observatory is involved in various outreach programs, educational activities, and scientific research, contributing significantly to the field of astronomy while offering virtual tours and resources for enthusiasts to explore the universe.

## Industries

- 🧪 Science and Education
- 🧪 Education _(under Science and Education)_
- 📊 Business and Consumer Services
- 🧪 Universities and Colleges _(under Science and Education)_
- 🧪 Libraries and Museums _(under Science and Education)_

## Links

- [youtube](https://youtube.com/channel/UChui2PyAff1-vZfBCWM1-kQ)
- [twitter](https://twitter.com/LCOAstro)
- [instagram](https://instagram.com/LCOAstro)
- [linkedin](https://linkedin.com/company/lcoastro)
- [facebook](https://facebook.com/LCOAstro)

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