This may look like beginnings of Stonehenge or some other ancient stone-age calendar but it is actually the footings for the dome of the 200-inch telescope at Palomar. This aerial photo was taken June 30, 1936.Happy solstice!
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This may look like beginnings of Stonehenge or some other ancient stone-age calendar but it is actually the footings for the dome of the 200-inch telescope at Palomar. This aerial photo was taken June 30, 1936.
2 comments:
Scott,
As one of the members of the tour this last Saturday, I'd like to say thanks to the whole staff that night. It was a wonderful experiance for me and my son.
I am glad that you and your son enjoyed the visit!
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