Metsähovi Radio Observatory

#280 among destinations in Finland

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The Metsähovi Radio Observatory is an astronomical observatory in Finland, affiliated with the Aalto University. Its main premises are in Metsähovi, Kirkkonummi, 35 kilometers west of the university's Otaniemi campus. ()

Local name: Metsähovin radiotutkimusasema Coordinates: 60°13'5"N, 24°23'36"E

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114 MetsähovintieSouthern FinlandFinland

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Metsähovi Radio Observatory – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Hvitträsk.

5 miSE
Historical place, Museum, Architecture
Hvitträsk, Kirkkonummi
129 min walk • Hvitträsk is a mansion complex in Kirkkonummi, Finland, about 30 kilometers west of Helsinki. It was designed as a studio home for the members of the Finnish architecture firm Gesellius, Lindgren, Saarinen, later becoming the private residence of Eliel Saarinen.

Metsähovi Radio Observatory

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Metsähovi Radio Observatory – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Hvitträsk, Kirkkonummi