Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex
Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex
Spaceport
Country:
Australia
Region:
Australia
Value:
Regional
Visit duration:
4 hours
Description:
The Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex (often called the Tidbinbilla Tracking Station) is part of a network of three NASA facilities worldwide used to maintain contacts with probes launched from Earth. The facility is visually impressive, and claims to have the largest antenna complex in the southern hemisphere. It also has an interesting visitors centre. The complex is about a 45 minute drive from Civic.
Categories:
Spaceport
Spaceport
Why visit:
Excursion
Interesting:
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Best visit time:
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Access:
Car
Bike
Foot
Car 4x4
Roads:
Asphalt
Facilities:
WC
Rates:
Free
Details:
Daily 9AM-5PM closed Christmas day
Clothing:
For the season
Connection:
Ok
Map and directions
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ID:
97556