Višnjan Observatory

#33 among destinations in Croatia

Top attraction, Observatories and planetariums, Museum

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Višnjan Observatory is an astronomical observatory located near the village of Višnjan in Croatia. It is headed by Korado Korlević, a prolific astronomer and discoverer of minor planets. In 2009, the Višnjan observatory moved to Tičan and received the obs. code L01 on 5 October 2017. ()

Local name: Zvjezdarnica Višnjan Coordinates: 45°16'39"N, 13°43'34"E

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Istarska 552463 IstarskaCroatia

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+385 91 449 1788

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Višnjan Observatory – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Istralandia, Baredine Cave, Mirna Bridge, Motovun.

7.2 miNW
Water park, Amusement park, Swimming
Istralandia, Brtonigla
183 min walk • Istralandia is a water park in Brtonigla municipality, Istria County, Croatia. It is located near the road that leads from Novigrad to Nova Vas, approximately 5 km from the Adriatic Sea. Opened for visitors in June 2014, it was the first Croatian water park.
3.2 miW
Natural attraction, Cave, Park
Baredine Cave, Poreč
81 min walk • Baredine Cave is a stunning natural wonder located near the city of Poreč in Croatia, offering visitors a unique underground experience. This tourist attraction in Gedići is a captivating geological marvel that showcases the intricate beauty of stalactites...
6 miNW
Bridge
Mirna Bridge
154 min walk • The Mirna Bridge is located between the Nova Vas and Višnjan interchanges of the A9 motorway in Istria, Croatia, spanning the Mirna River and the wide Mirna River valley. It is 1,378 metres long and comprises two traffic lanes. The bridge has been open for traffic since June 2005.
6.4 miNE
Village
Motovun
162 min walk • Motovun is best known for its well-preserved ancient walls and captivating architecture, which date back to the Roman period. Visitors can wander through the narrow cobblestone streets and admire the elegant stone houses that line the village, giving it an authentic...
5.2 miW
Village
Tar
134 min walk • Tar is a village in Tar-Vabriga municipality in Istria County, Croatia.