OASA - Observatório Astronómico de Santana

Located in Pico de Bode, Santana, Rabo de Peixe, the Santana Astronomical Observatory - Azores (OASA) is a unique institution for the dissemination of scientific knowledge in Ribeira Grande. It is a Science Centre, integrated into the regional network of Science Centres, which are distributed across all the islands of the archipelago and are aimed at promoting scientific knowledge and access to technological innovations. From various scientific areas, Ribeira Grande was chosen to receive the only Astronomical Centre in the region, thanks to its extended views of the Northern Hemisphere sky.

The OASA has all the necessary resources to be a meeting point for amateur astronomers and to provide interactive and educational support to school programmes that address science-related topics. So, the OASA is a unique recreation and learning facility for all ages and the general public.

The OASA has all the necessary conditions to allow observing stars and all the essential tools to allow learning and developing knowledge in Astronomy. While visiting this Science Centre, you may take part in an observation of the sun or of the night sky, discover our theme-based exhibitions, take part in an Astronomy and Physics workshop, or even attend a session at out mobile digital planetarium.

You can visit the Centre during the day or take part in a night observation on the first Friday of each month; the OASA also stands out as a venue for entertainment or even as an alternative space for a visit and for fun-filled family moments, in addition to offering a wide range of activities, both open to the public and available by reservation.