OBSERVATORY MUKTESHWAR
MUKTESHWAR
STARSCAPES OBSERVATORY MUKTESHWAR
The third observatory in the state of Uttarakhand, Starscapes Mukteshwar opened in September 2022, at the site of the Astro Camp held in the summer of 2022. Mukteshwar is an 8-hour drive from Delhi. With its proximity to Nainital and Bhimtal (both of which are under two hours’ drive away), it makes for a great addition to your itinerary.
Located amidst sprawling organic kitchen gardens, and boasting of a stunning view of the mighty Himalayas, Starscapes Mukteshwar will be your go-to location to escape into nature!
What Can You Do Here?
- Take a guided tour of the night sky
- Observe the Moon, planets, star clusters, galaxies and nebulae through the telescope
- Look at the sun, directly, without hurting your eyes!
- Understand Physics experientially, by making rockets and cameras yourself
- Take home memorabilia from our Store
AFTER SUNSET
Guided Tour Across the Night Sky
Take a journey through the night sky in this 45 minute show as we explore the moon, the planets and the stars. Learn about the night sky and the science, the history and the mythology that make it up. Learn how to identify different celestial objects and constellations in the night sky. And then, look at select celestial bodies in all their glory, as you gaze at them through our state-of-the-art premium telescope. All under the able guidance and instructions of our expert StarGuides.
Duration
45 minutes per show
Pricing
Rs. 700 per ticket (Night Show), Rs.1000 per ticket (Early Morning Show)
Seats
15 seats per show
A Photo With The Stars Behind You
What do you do when you’re with stars? Take a selfie, of course! Get a shot of yourself taken with your favorite constellation, curated by our StarGuide. All you have to do is pose for a minute. And as if by magic, you’ll have a stunning photo with the stars, which will be provided as a soft copy for you to share with your friends.
Duration
5 minutes per click, 15 minutes of processing
Seats
20 photos per hour
Note
If you are interested to book, know more about pricing, timings etc… please register here and we will get back to you. You may also call us on +9196673 07015.
Food, beverages, and the Who’s Who of the Universe!
Celebrate an occasion of yours with the stars in full attendance! You will get your own private celestial show, along with a selfie / group shot with the Milky Way or the Starry Sky. Bring your food and beverages and make it a party! This will be a personalized 4-hour session at a location in the nearby forest. You will need to book 7 days in advance for this.
Duration
4 hours (Start: Between 8 pm and 10pm)
Seats
40 guests per session
Note
If you are interested to book, know more about pricing, timings etc… please register here and we will get back to you. You may also call us on +9196673 07015.
BEFORE SUNSET
Enjoy a Breathtaking View of the Himalayas!
Mukteswhar is a beautiful hamlet close to Nainital and road head at Kathgodam. Watch the beautiful Panchachuli and other 7000 metre peaks from our observatory amidst fruit orchards. Sip a tea as you explore the glaciers with our powerful scopes.
Duration
30 minutes per show
Seats
20 seats per show
Note
If you are interested to book, know more about pricing, timings etc… please register here and we will get back to you. You may also call us on +9196673 07015.
Observe The Sun Through Special Solar Filters
See the Sun in all its glory, without frying your eyes! Enjoy the marvelous beauty of the source of all our energy, through our telescope and state-of-the-art solar filters. You can also learn how to see the Sun with simple home aids like pinhole cameras, ball projectors or our solar goggles. If you’re lucky, you’ll get to see sunspots, and maybe even the elusive solar flares!
Duration
1 hour per session
Pricing
Rs. 400 per ticket
Seats
20 seats per session
One Small Step for Your Child, One Giant Leap for Astronomy
The unparalleled fertile imagination a child is powerful enough to take it to the moon and stars by just looking up at the night sky with wonder and curiosity. Our activities are designed to tap into this sense of curiosity and give them an experience which is both fun and informative. A session lasts for two hours and can be held either before lunch or in the evening before dark.
Each session would consist of the following:
Introduction to basic astronomy – about stars, planets, satellites, etc. (15 min)
And one or more of the following activities, depending upon your booking:
- Space Travel and Rocket-building activity (45 min)
- Basic Optics – Make your own pinhole camera (30 min)
- The Sun – Observation using solar goggles and ball projector (30 min)
- The Concept of Time – Make your Jantar Mantar / Sun dial (30 min)
- The Moon – Formation of craters (30 min)
Enroll your kids in a special Multi-hour activity where they will learn to make water-powered rockets, air-powered rockets, and simple optical devices activities. Your kid can take part in one or more activities, and the same needs to be booked at least 1 day in advance to have an assured spot.
Duration
Up to 3 hours per session
Pricing
Varies per activity
Seats
20 seats per session
