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A remote desert peak became the gateway to the southern skies’ deepest secrets
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Why was Cerro Paranal in the Atacama Desert chosen as the site for the Paranal Observatory?
Because it was the closest location to major cities for easy access
Because its dry atmosphere and high altitude provide optimal conditions for optical-infrared astronomy
Because it has the most rainfall, which helps cool the telescopes
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A desert peak hosts one of the clearest windows to the universe on Earth
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What is the primary reason the Paranal Observatory achieves such exceptional astronomical observations?
Its proximity to major cities allows easy access to advanced technology and personnel.
Its high altitude and extremely dry, dark desert location minimize atmospheric interference and light pollution.
It uses the largest single telescope mirror in the world, which is the main factor for its clarity.
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Paranal Observatory stands as the largest optical-infrared observatory in the Southern Hemisphere
1 Feb 2026
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What factors make the Paranal Observatory's location in the Atacama Desert ideal for astronomical observations?
High altitude, dry climate, and minimal light pollution
Proximity to large cities and high humidity
Low altitude and frequent cloud cover
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