Pic du Midi Observatory

The Pic du Midi Observatory, located in the French Pyrenees, is a historic astronomical facility situated atop a mountain at 2,877 meters (9,426 feet) elevation. Its high-altitude location offers clear, stable skies ideal for observing celestial objects. Equipped with advanced telescopes, it conducts research on stars, planets, and the universe, while also providing public educational tours. The observatory's impressive architecture and panoramic views make it a notable scientific and tourist site. Its unique positioning helps astronomers minimize atmospheric interference, enabling more precise observations of space phenomena.