Who among you has never looked into the celestial vault, trying to identify planets and constellations? It seems that in recent years there are more and more people fascinated by astronomical tourism, eager to learn more about space and its secrets.
A phenomenon that led to the birth ofastrotourism, which identifies any type of tourism that has to do with the night sky, combining it with an ecological connotation. The fact that the best places to stargaze are those without light (generally where there is no light pollution) is nothing new, and the interaction between nature e astronomy and the environment represents an ideal union for lovers of the stars.
Organizations or associations that promote astrotourism are being created all over the world and our country is no exception.
In Italy highlights Astronomitaly, an astronomical tourism development project that offers certified stargazing destinations, in addition to organizing numerous activities, such as astronomical entertainment, astrotours with the use of professional telescopes and dedicated guides, astrotrekking, astronomy for schools and weddings under the stars. .
A true reference point for fans and for those who want to get closer to this new tourist experience. Astronomitaly is also a great database for planning an astronomical vacation. On the site you will find the best locations for a true astrotourism experience. They are structures (hotels, observation sites and astronomical observatories) certified based on the quality of the starry sky, the degree of lighting and the view.
In particular, two countries have obtained certification of “The most beautiful sky in Italy”: the town of Ossanaen Trentino Alto Adige, where you can admire the Milky Way in the fantastic landscape of Brent Dolomites, and the ancient town of Maximum fortress, En Lazio, with a fascinating overview of the pontine coast. Two unmissable destinations for star lovers.
