There are many ideal places on Earth for stargazing. Factors such as low light pollution and open field of view make it easier to see the stars in these places than elsewhere.
A clear day even lets you see galaxies, planets, and more. If you're on the go, why not try to find a spot near you and give yourself to nature and the stars?
1. Tuscany, Italy
Although this region in central Italy is best known as the home of Florence, it's also one of the best places in the country for stargazing. Especially in southern Tuscany, where there is almost no light pollution, there are only starry skies.
2. Tenerife, Spain
Tenerife is known for its vibrant nightlife. At the same time, it is also a great place to visit for stargazing, as its sky often sparkles like the night in a busy modern city. One of the largest mountains in Tenerife, Montaña de Guajara is a gathering place for astronomers.
3. Galloway Forest Park, Scotland, UK
Galloway Forest Park is one of the best stargazing spots in the UK. Galloway Forest Park in Scotland during the day is a place covered by dense forests and rolling hills. At night, it is starry and very beautiful.
Therefore, on November 17, 2009, the park was awarded the honorary title of "Dark Night Park" by the International Dark Night Association and designated as the best place in the world to watch the stars.
4. Caye Caulker, Belize
If you want to start enjoying gazing at the sky before dusk, there's no better place to watch the sunset than Caye Caulker in Belize. While this is expensive, it's worth a visit if you like stargazing.
5. Chile's Atacama Desert
The Atacama Desert is without a doubt one of the best stargazing spots in South America, and in Chile, the Atacama Desert undoubtedly stands out. Some astronomers say this may be the best place on Earth for stargazing!
This desert is located in the western Andes, and it is full of mystery.
6. Grootbosch, Gansbaai, South Africa
Grootbos is a private nature reserve in Gansbaai that offers some amazing ways to stay for those who come. But that doesn't stop it from being the place to be for astronomers, and if you want to see the stars in the southern hemisphere, there's no better place than this.
7. Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania
The hinterland of dormant Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. It is ideal for viewing certain stars, and its high altitude makes for the best stargazing experience for stargazers.
8. Wiruna, New South Wales, Australia
If you want to go stargazing in Australia, Wiruna might be a good choice. The area is owned by the Astronomical Society of New South Wales, and it's a nice place to be if you can get in.
9. Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve in New Zealand
Aoraki Mackenzie is a dark reserve on Mount Cook, part of New Zealand's South Island. Clear skies and high altitude make it one of the best stargazing spots on mainland Australia.
10. Antarctica
While this isn't a realistic stargazing location for us, it's worth mentioning that astronomers say the North and South Poles would be ideal for stargazing. So if you book an Antarctic cruise, don't forget to bring your binoculars with you!
