10 telescopes on Svislach River in Minsk

Ten telescopes have been installed on the bank of Svislach River in Minsk. Visitors can watch the Sun, other stars and planets. The action is organized by the Belarus State University to mark the International Astronomy Day.
The Interfax Zapad news agency reports that UN General Assembly announced the year of 2009 as the International Astronomy Year to popularize astronomical knowledge among people.