Characteristic scenic spot
PINGTANG ASTRONOMY TOWN One of the Ten Science and Technology Tourism Bases in China
Pingtang Astronomy Town is the name of Kedu Town which was built during the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1638). Today,Pingtang Astronomy Town is an international astronomy tourism destination because it is home to the Five-hundred-meter Aperture Spherical radio Telescope (FAST), nicknamed Tianyan or the Heaven's Eye
Pingtang Astronomy Town is the name of Kedu Town which was built during the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1638). Today,Pingtang Astronomy Town is an international astronomy tourism destination because it is home to the Five-hundred-meter Aperture Spherical radio Telescope (FAST), nicknamed Tianyan or the Heaven's Eye
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1️⃣The Belvedere of Heaven's Eye
Standing on the belvedere, you can get view of Heaven's Eye of China (FAST).FAST is the world's largest radio telescope with the largest diameter of 500 meters. Besides, it is developed by China independently.
2️⃣Pingtang International Experience Planetarium
The planetarium is composed of seven parts including the Preface Hall, the Astronomy Park for Children,Galaxy lmage Radio Astronomy Hall, Nebula Exploration Astronomy Science Hall, the astronomy Exhibition Area on the second floor,Resting Area,and Tianxiang Theater.
3️⃣Tianwen Shikong Tower
The white tower is 99.99meters tall with 27 stories and 5 elevators. Reaching the top of the tower, you can take a bird's.eye view of the town.
4️⃣Electronic products are prohibited during the visit of FAST.Please put all of your electronic products in the storage cabinets before taking the sightseeing bus.Professional photography is prepared for you there, which needs a small charge.