Looking for the perfect spot to go stargazing? If you want to get the best view, here are the places you must visit!
Perfect Stargazing Spots From Around The World
Living at a farm has its perks. I've always admired the night's sky. And sometimes, I would just lie down in the field with my family and look at the beautiful constellations. We have a pretty clear view since we have a large space but if you're looking for the perfect spots to go stargazing, this infographic will help. The sky can be a bit different depending on your location so if you're planning to go stargazing around the world, here are some key spots to visit.
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The Best Star Spots for Budding Astronomers
Karoo National Park
South Africa, Africa
Best Time of Year: March to August
Size of Area: 770 km²
Karoo not only boasts the largest ecosystem in South Africa but also some of the clearest skies in the country, so a spectacular safari by day and some stunning stargazing at night.
Natural Bridges National Monument
Utah, North America
Best Time of Year: March to August
Size of Area: 30.9 km²
Not only does Utah have the second largest natural bridge in the world, but also provides some astounding stargazing opportunities.
NamibRand
Namibia, Africa
Best Time of Year: May to June
Size of Area: 780 km²
With the closest communities living over 60 miles away, this private nature reserve hosts some of the darkest nights ever recorded.
Cherry Springs State Park
Pennsylvania, North America
Best Time of Year: May to October
Size of Area: 10,582 km²
Said to have the darkest nights on the East Coast, Cherry Springs is the perfect place to camp out and gaze at the stars above.
Lake Titicaca
Peru, South America
Best Time of Year: June & July
Size of Area: 8,372 km²
Spend a night on this isolated island in the center of Lake Titicaca, once the spiritual center of the Inca Empire it now boasts same stunning views of the night sky anywhere in the world.
Jasper National Park
Canada, North America
Best Time of Year: June to August
Size of Area: 10,878 km²
One of Canada's most beautiful national parks both during the day and night, due to its stunning lakes and high chance to see the northern lights.
Uyani Salt Flats
Bolivia, South America
Best Time of Year: June to September
Size of Area: 10,582 km²
Being the largest salt flat in the world, this dried up lakebed acts as a giant mirror reflecting the night's sky above.
Uluru
Australia, Oceania
Best Time of Year: August/September
Size of Area: 1,326 km²
Australia's iconic red rock, which is sacred to the aboriginals, provides the perfect backdrop for stargazing in the center of the outback.
Connemara
Ireland, Europe
Best Time of Year: August & September
Size of Area: 30 km²
Set in an adorable village, Connemara provides plenty to do during the day and thanks to the lack of light you are given an outstanding display at night.
Atacama Desert
Chile, South America
Best Time of Year: Oct/Nov or Mar/Apr
Size of Area: 105,000 km²
Chile is home to the driest non-polar desert in the world, providing stunningly clear skies with zero light pollution.
Galloway Forest Park
Scotland, Europe
Best Time of Year: October to March
Size of Area: 780 km²
The UK's first Dark Sky Park, Galloway proudly has some of the darkest nights in Europe making it a must visit for any budding astronomers.
Mauna Kea
Hawaii, North America
Best Time of Year: All year
Size of Area: 3,947 km²
Hawaii may be renowned for having beautiful scenery and amazing beaches, but you can also climb above the clouds to the top of a dormant volcano for a clear view of the nights sky.
Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve
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New Zealand, Oceania
Best Time of Year: All year
Size of Area: 4,300 km²
The largest international Dark Sky Reserve in the world, this is the perfect place to witness the infamous southern lights.
Bagan
Myanmar, Asia
Best Time of Year: All year
Size of Area: 104 km²
An ancient city filled with temples and shrines, it has some of the lowest light pollution in the country, letting the stars above shine even brighter.
Boracay
Philippines, Asia
Best Time of Year: All year
Size of Area: 10.32 km²
Boracay is one of the most luxurious places to go stargazing, so much so that it was awarded best island in the world in 2012.
Teide National Park
Spain, Europe
Best Time of Year: All year
Size of Area: 190 km²
Centered around Spain's tallest mountain and housing one of the World's most advanced observatories, Teide is definitely a go-to for those searching the lights above.
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