Video: On top of the world: Sphinx observatory in the Alps (Switzerland)
2024 Author: Richard Flannagan | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-15 23:55
If it was necessary to find a fabulous country on the map, many would confidently look in the direction of Switzerland. Alpine fairy tale is a real brand that is firmly rooted in our minds, because in these mountains not only purple cuties and magical animals live, there is also an amazing place, once in which you can feel yourself at the top of the world. It - observatory "Sphinx", built in the Swiss Alps at an altitude of 3, 571 meters, there are simply no higher structures in Europe.
For a long time, the observatory attracted the attention of exclusively scientists; it successfully conducted research in various fields of science, such as meteorology, astronomy, glaciology, physiology, and also studied radiation and cosmic radiation. Year-round access to the observatory is ensured by the functioning of the railway, through which you can get to the foot of the summit, as well as a special elevator built over 100 years ago. The shaft of the unusual elevator was carved right into the rock. Later, in 1937, the Sphinx observatory itself was built, which housed the scientists. Before that, they had to live in very harsh conditions and spend the night in temporary shelters.
Today the Sphinx Observatory is one of the favorite tourist destinations. Despite the fact that the road to the top from the nearest city of Bern takes about four hours, there are many who want to visit the top of the world at any time of the year. Climbing the elevator, visitors get to a small observation deck, which offers a wide view of the Great Aletsah glacier, snow-capped mountain peaks, as well as green valleys in the foothills. In addition, you can look through a telescope installed under the dome of the observatory.
despite the fact that the observatory looks quite small, inside there is everything you need for a normal life. Scientists work in four laboratories, a pavilion for the study of cosmic rays, mechanical workshops. There is also a library, kitchen, living room, ten bedrooms and a bath - everything that provides a comfortable environment for living and conducting scientific experiments.
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