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Nice Observatory

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Opened 1887
Observatory code 020
Locations Nice
France
Altitude372 m (1,220 ft)
Architects Gustave Eiffel
Charles Garnier
19th-century observatory with a dome by Gustave Eiffel, open twice a week for astronomy sessions.
Address96 Boulevard de l'Observatoire, 06300 Nice, France
Hours Closed ⋅ Opens 2:30PM Wed
Phone +33 4 92 00 30 11
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The Nice Observatory is an astronomical observatory located in Nice, France on the summit of Mount Gros. The observatory was founded in 1879, by the banker Raphaël Bischoffsheim. The architect was Charles Garnier, and Gustave Eiffel designed the main dome.

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