Troodos Observatory is an astronomical observatory located in Cyprus. It organizes night-time stargazing events and is home to the largest telescope in Cyprus. Troodos Observatory is located in Agridia, near the villages of Agros, Chandria & Kyperounta. Situated at an altitude of 1,250 meters. Historical background Work on the observatory and the landscaping of the surrounding area began in 2017, with a budget of €1,600,000 (1.6 million).https://www.kathimerini.com.cy/gr/kypros/xekina-to-ergo-gia-to-asteroskopeio-sto-troodos It's creation was part of the Geostars program, which aims to boost isolated rural areas in Cyprus and Crete.https://www.in.gr/2024/07/04/in-science/space/asteroskopeio-troodous-foutouristiko-kamari-tis-kyprou-enonei-ourano-kai-gi/ References