Georgian National Astrophysical Observatory, Abastumani

Georgian National Astrophysical Observatory was founded in 1932 by Academician Evgeni Kharadze on Mount Kanobili, near the Abastumani resort in the Samtskhe-Javakheti region of southeastern Georgia. The altitude of Mt. Kanobili varies between 1650 and 1700 m above sea level. The observatory is located ~250 km from Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia. Its distance from air pollution and artificial sky illumination, together with excellent natural conditions make this location one of the best for observatories at the same altitude range. The weather is stable, without harsh and sudden changes. ()