About Priyadarshini Planetarium
Priyadarshini Planetarium in Thiruvananthapuram is one of India's most advanced planetariums, opened to the public in 1994. Managed by the Kerala State Science and Technology Museum, it features a hybrid projection system combining opto-mechanical and digital technologies on a tilted dome. The facility offers immersive astronomy shows in Malayalam and English, along with interactive exhibits, telescope viewing sessions, and educational programs about space exploration.
Visitors guide
Visitors can experience immersive planetarium shows on a large dome theater with approximately 240-250 seats, featuring high-definition visuals of celestial objects and space phenomena. The planetarium presents shows in both Malayalam and English covering topics such as the solar system, universe, and seasonal night sky. Additional attractions include an astronomy gallery with models and information panels, occasional telescope viewing sessions for observing the Moon and planets, and access to the adjoining Kerala Science and Technology Museum galleries and science park.
Key highlights
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First hybrid planetarium in India with tilted dome technology
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Advanced GM-11 starfield projector with opto-mechanical and digital projection
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Immersive dome theater with 240-250 seating capacity
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Night sky observatory with automatic telescope on Thursdays and Fridays
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Educational astronomy shows in Malayalam and English
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Interactive astronomy gallery and science exhibits
History of Priyadarshini Planetarium
Opened to the public in 1994, Priyadarshini Planetarium was established as part of the Kerala State Science and Technology Museum, which was founded in 1984 by the Government of Kerala. It became India's first hybrid planetarium with a tilted dome design.
Culture & Context
The planetarium serves as a major center for popularizing science and astronomy among students and the general public in Kerala, offering educational programs and fostering scientific temper.
Route
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