Paniri Caur Observatory: modern observation and Andean worldview united in Calama

In the heart of the Atacama Desert, a unique space merges science and tradition, inviting visitors to discover the sky as the ancient Lickan Antay people did. From this corner of Alto Loa, visitors from around the world can immerse themselves in a journey that goes beyond the stars visible in the night sky. Just 30 kilometers from Calama, in the quiet village of Chiu Chiu, a white dome stands out beneath the clearest sky in the world. This is no…