How often have you fantasized about taking an expediting into outer space? Well, now is your chance. Get enthralled in the virtual voyage through space at The Carter Observatory and make your childhood dream come true. Break free from your dull, monotonous routine and book cheap flights to Wellington now for an experience of a lifetime.
The Carter Observatory is positioned at the crest of the Wellington’s Botanic Gardens, New Zealand. It was inaugurated in 1941 and is now national longest serving observatory. It re-opened in the month of March, 2010 with a fresh look and new exhibition as well as digital planetarium rejoicing the heritage, science and culture of the Southern Skies.
Gazing through the 144 years old miraculous telescope will surely inspire you to take a look up and appreciate the miraculous heavens above. The Carter Observatory is an icon for Wellington for generations. The reinvigorated Carter Observatory commemorates the southern skies. This unique place offers you the state of the art planetarium where you can indulge yourself in amazing shows as well as virtual voyage into space. It doesn’t end here; spell bound your senses with the versatile dining choices for that very special event.
Discover this virtual Universe, along with some of the most prestigious astronomical artifacts and telescopes of New Zealand. As you enter Carter’s new planetarium, you will be left breathless by state-of-the-art full-dome digitalized theatre. As you explore further, you will find yourself taking steps through space as you saunter through the top-notch interactive multimedia experience of space itself.
During the refurbishment, Carter Observatory was presented with a gift; it is named ‘Te Ara Whānui ki te Rangi’ in Māori which means the extensive pathway to the extraordinary heavens. Woven all through the exhibition is Pacific Island and Māori and astronomy. The moment a visitor sets his/her foot into the exhibition, they are absorbed by the Big Bang along with the creation of the Universe in scientific version.
In addition, you can also take pleasure in individual attention in the serene setting of Carter Observatory’s Botanic Gardens. At only 5 minutes walk from the CBD, situated at the top of iconic Cable Car of Wellington, guests can get pleasure from amazing views, natural light and a unique ambiance – all set in an outstanding tourist attraction devoted to celebrating the stories of the magical Southern Skies.
If you are obsessed with outer space and its enchanting curiosity then Carter Observatory is definitely the place to be. Pack your bags and hop on the first flight to get allured by the sensational experience this place has to offer.
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