Tibetan Observatory Skips Disputed Zone

China builds the world's highest observatory in Tibet's Lhasa, at 3,650 meters, confirming it sits outside any disputed areas. Construction kicks off with a foundation ceremony, featuring a 1-meter refracting telescope - the largest of its kind - to scan galaxies, track space junk, and monitor asteroids. Clean air and prime location promise stunning views of celestial bodies while boosting science education through exhibits, lectures, and youth programs. Read more about this...