BIRLA PLANETARIUM |
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is the largest planetarium in the World near the Government of India
tourist office providing a view of the stars and the solar system. For
enthusiasts of Astronomy this is a place not to be missed. One of the
largest in Asia, close to the crossing of Theatre Road and Chowringhee
Road, the Birla planetarium is adjacent to the Maidan. The planetarium
is a single storeyed, circular structure constructed in pure Indian
architectural style. The central dome has a diameter of 27m. shaped in
imitation of the Buddhist Stupa at Sanchi. The central hall can
accommodate 500 persons. Interesting exhibits are the fine collections
of paintings, celestial models and busts of famous astronomers that
line the corridors. The gigantic planetarium projector accessories
comprise of 29000 parts and combine to portray on the inner ceiling of
the planetarium, the naked face of space, Stars, planets and heavenly
bodies. |
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