Gran Sasso

Gran Sasso is a large mountain in Italy, home to the Gran Sasso Laboratory, one of the world's most advanced underground research facilities. Located about 1,500 meters below the mountain's surface, it provides a shield from cosmic radiation, making it ideal for studying fundamental particles like neutrinos. Scientists use it to conduct experiments in particle physics, astrophysics, and geology, aiming to understand the universe's basic building blocks. Its unique underground environment reduces interference from above, enabling precise measurements and discoveries that are difficult or impossible to achieve elsewhere.