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Europe's best stargazing destination is in Portugal

The Dark Sky Alqueva reserve has been recognised at the 2026 Tourism Leaders Awards, but investment in astrotourism remains far below its full potential.

Euronews · May 28

Myth and meaning: discovering New Zealand’s newest dark sky reserve

The stars have long held a special resonance within Maori culture. Now, the plight of a small seabird has triggered a New Zealand community to seek dark sky status – and the results are awe-inspiring, finds Joanna Whitehead

The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2023

The sun rages with solar flares in epic time-lapse footage (video)

Astrophotographer Miguel Claro captured a stunning time-lapse video of solar flares dancing across the sun from the Dark Sky Alqueva site in Portugal.

Space · Aug 16, 2023

21 amazing dark sky reserves around the world

The International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) is working to preserve the night sky. Here's a look at its 21 certified dark sky reserves around the world.

Space · Aug 15, 2020