A towering VLT Unit Telescope

One of the VLT Unit Telescope enclosures makes an impressive sight on the observing platform on the summit of Cerro Paranal, seen here at night. Inside this building is one of the VLT's four giant 8.2-metre telescopes. Another is seen in the background.

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ESO/C. Malin

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Id:malin-dsc4754
Type:Fotografisch
Publicatiedatum:5 maart 2012 17:10
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Naam:Very Large Telescope
Type:Unspecified : Technology : Observatory : Telescope
Categorie:Paranal

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