Al-Khawarizmi Astronomy Complex

The Al-Khawarizmi Astronomy Complex (Malay: Kompleks Falak Al-Khawarizmi) is an observatory in Masjid Tanah, Alor Gajah District, Melaka, Malaysia. It is owned by Melaka State Government and operated by Melaka Mufti Department.

Al-Khawarizmi Astronomy Complex
Kompleks Falak Al-Khawarizmi

Named after	Al-Khwarizmi
Organization	Melaka State Mufti Department
Location	Masjid Tanah, Alor Gajah, Melaka, Malaysia
Coordinates	2°17′40.2″N 102°05′02.2″E
Established	2002
Website	www.khawarizmiobs.com
Location of Al-Khawarizmi Astronomy Complex Kompleks Falak Al-Khawarizmi

Name

The astronomy complex is named after astronomer Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi.^[1]

History

The astronomy complex was established in different stages. The first stage was the observatory established in 2002, followed by the planetarium in 2005 and finally the training centre in 2008.^[2] The total cost for its development was RM20 million.^[3]

Architecture

• Observatory
• Planetarium
• Training Centre

See also

• List of tourist attractions in Melaka