7 Stunning Stargazing Spots

7 Stunning Stargazing Spots Around the Globe

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Mauna Kea, Hawaii, USA – This dormant volcano offers crystal-clear views above the clouds.

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Aoraki Mackenzie, New Zealand – A certified Dark Sky Reserve with minimal light pollution.

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Atacama Desert, Chile – Dry air and high altitude make it a stargazer’s paradise.

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NamibRand Nature Reserve, Namibia – Wide desert skies perfect for viewing the Milky Way.

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Jasper National Park, Canada – Home to the annual Jasper Dark Sky Festival.

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Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain – Famous for its Teide Observatory and clear skies.

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Uluru, Australia – Stargazing under sacred skies in the Red Centre.

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La Palma, Canary Islands, Spain – Protected skies and high altitudes make it a top astronomical site.

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Sagarmatha National Park, Nepal – Gaze at stars above the Himalayas, near Mount Everest.

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