Al-Khawarizmi Astronomy Complex
Observatory
The Al-Khawarizmi Astronomy Complex (Malay: Kompleks Falak Al-Khawarizmi) is an observatory in Masjid Tanah, Alor Gajah District, Melaka, Malaysia. It is owned by Melaka State Government and operated by Melaka Mufti Department.
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| Location | Masjid Tanah, Alor Gajah, Melaka, Malaysia |
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| Coordinates | 2°17′40.2″N 102°05′02.2″E / 2.294500°N 102.083944°E |
| Established | 2002 |
| Website | www.khawarizmiobs.com |
Name
The astronomy complex is named after astronomer Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi.[1]
History
The astronomy complex was established in different stages. The first stage was the observatory established in 2002, followed by the planetarium in 2005 and finally the training centre in 2008.[2] The total cost for its development was RM20 million.[3]
Architecture
- Observatory
- Planetarium
- Training Centre
See also
References
- ^ "Al-Khawarizmi Astronomy Complex". AmazingMelaka.com. Archived from the original on 2015-02-15.
- ^ Administrator. "Official Website of Al-Khawarizmi Astronomy Complex". khawarizmiobs.com. Archived from the original on 2015-02-15. Retrieved 2015-02-15.
- ^ "Al-Khawarizmi Astronomy Complex Melaka - Malaysia Tourist & Travel Guide". attractionsinmalaysia.com.
External links
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