On Andean Peaks, Astronomers Find Vantage Points of the First Magnitude

An international rush to build telescopes under the clear night sky gives Chileans the chance to advance their own research

Chile may be known the world over for its wines, fruit, and salmon. But to astronomers, who regard this coastal nation as the best vantage point in the Southern Hemisphere, its most valuable commodity is its exceptionally dark and clear night sky.

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