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Observatories in Israel There are a number of observatories in Israel. Most of them belong to scientific institutions, while some are private and commercial. All of the observatories have smaller telescopes that are used for public viewing and for sun observations, as well as additional equipment used for explanations and demonstrations. Givatayim Observatory The Israeli Astronomical Association and the Givatayim Municipality founded the Givatayim Observatory in 1967. Ramon Crater International Dark Sky Park The Ramon Crater Nature Reserve is an erosion crater that has unique geological formations that cannot be found anywhere else in the world. Wise Observatory, Mitzpe Ramon The Florence and George Wise Observatory near Mitzpe Ramon was dedicated in October 1971 and is currently celebrating its 50th anniversary. To all philatelic items issued on August 2021
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