University of Tokyo's Atacama Observatory: The World's Highest Observatory
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Inauguration of the Atacama Observatory (TAO) by the University of Tokyo |
| Guinness World Record | Highest observatory in the world |
| Location | Cerro Chajnantor, Antofagasta Region, Chile |
| Altitude | 5,640 meters above sea level |
| Telescope | 6.5-meter optical-infrared telescope |
| Construction Duration | 26 years |
| Unique Feature | Exceptional atmospheric conditions for mid-infrared wavelength observation |
| Base Facility | Located in San Pedro de Atacama, 50km from the summit |
| Proximity | Near ALMA (Atacama Large Millimeter/Submillimeter Array) |
| Key Personnel | Takashi Miyata (Director of the Atacama Observatory and Manager of TAO's construction) |