South African Astronomical Observatory
South African Astronomical Observatory (SAAO) is the national centre for optical and infrared astronomy in South Africa. It was established in 1972. The observatory is run by the National Research Foundation of South Africa. The facility's function is to conduct research in astronomy and astrophysics. The primary telescopes are located in Sutherland, which is 370 kilometres (230 mi) from Observatory, Cape Town, where the headquarters is located.
The Sutherland site of the South African Astronomical Observatory. With the Southern African Large Telescope
The buildings of the South African Astronomical Observatory in Cape Town.
Sign at the entrance to Sutherland Observatory near Sutherland, Northern Cape
MASTER telescope domes at the South African Astronomical Observatory
National Research Foundation (South Africa)
South Africa’s National Research Foundation (NRF) is the intermediary agency between the policies and strategies of the Government of South Africa and South Africa's research institutions.
NRF Headquarters in Pretoria, South Africa