Kyung Hee Astronomical Observatory, Yongin

#6 among attractions in Yongin

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Kyung Hee Astronomical Observatory is an astronomical observatory owned and operated by Kyung Hee University. It is located in Giheung-gu, Yongin, South Korea. It was the first observatory in the nation to discover a variable star, later named the Kyung Hee Star. ()

Coordinates: 37°14'19"N, 127°4'55"E

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Nearby attractions include: Hwaseong Fortress, Suwon World Cup Stadium, Yongjusa, Yunggeolleung.

4.8 miNW
1700s city walls and 48 original buildings
Hwaseong Fortress, Suwon
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Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
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Buddhist temple in a serene setting
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Historical place, Tomb,
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Shopping, Shopping centre
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37°17'20"N • 127°0'50"E
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Skyscraper
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View point, Intersection
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Universities and schools
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Neighbourhood
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