# Universitäts-Sternwarte München
**Wikidata**: [Q2496234](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q2496234)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/universitats-sternwarte-munchen

## Summary
Universitäts-Sternwarte München is a research institute and observatory located in Munich, Germany, founded on June 4, 1816. Also known by various aliases including Sternwarte Bogenhausen, it has operated as a center for astronomical research and observations for over two centuries.

## Key Facts
- Founded on June 4, 1816
- Located in Munich, Germany at coordinates latitude 48.145277777778, longitude 11.606944444444
- Classified as both a research institute and observatory
- Has multiple aliases including Universitäts-Sternwarte (München), Sternwarte Bogenhausen, and Universitätssternwarte der LMU
- ISNI identifier: 0000000106629174
- GND identifier: 15132-4
- VIAF identifier: 133890790
- Library of Congress Authority ID: n2003032229

## FAQs
### Q: When was the Universitäts-Sternwarte München established?
A: The Universitäts-Sternwarte München was established on June 4, 1816, making it one of Germany's oldest astronomical research institutions.

### Q: Where exactly is the observatory located?
A: It is located in Munich, Germany at precise coordinates latitude 48.145277777778, longitude 11.606944444444.

### Q: What other names is the Universitäts-Sternwarte München known by?
A: It is also known by several aliases including Universitäts-Sternwarte (München), Sternwarte Bogenhausen, Universitäts-Sternwarte der LMU, and Universitätssternwarte München.

### Q: What type of institution is the Universitäts-Sternwarte München?
A: It is classified as both a research institute and an observatory, indicating its dual focus on academic research and astronomical observations.

## Why It Matters
The Universitäts-Sternwarte München represents a significant historical and scientific institution in the field of astronomy. With over two centuries of continuous operation since its establishment in 1816, it has contributed to astronomical research and observations throughout its long history. Its dual classification as both a research institute and observatory demonstrates its importance in both academic research and practical astronomical observation. The institution's multiple identifiers across various international library and research systems reflect its established presence in the scientific community and its enduring contribution to astronomical knowledge.

## Notable For
- One of Germany's oldest continuously operating astronomical research institutions (established 1816)
- Maintained precise geographical coordinates for astronomical observation purposes
- Multiple official identifiers across international library and research authority systems
- Associated with Ludwig Maximilian University (LMU) of Munich as indicated by one of its aliases
- Features specialized interior facilities including astronomical equipment as evidenced by its image collection

## Body
### Foundation and History
- Founded on June 4, 1816
- Also historically known as Königliche Sternwarte bei München (Royal Observatory near Munich)
- Has operated continuously for over 200 years

### Location and Physical Characteristics
- Located in Munich, Germany
- Precise coordinates: latitude 48.145277777778, longitude 11.606944444444
- Contains specialized interior facilities with astronomical equipment
- Exterior image available at: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/München_Universitätssternwarte.JPG
- Interior image available at: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Muefraunhrefraktor042019.jpg

### Institutional Classification
- Classified as a research institute
- Also classified as an observatory
- Associated with academic and research activities

### Identifiers and Cataloging
- ISNI: 0000000106629174
- GND: 15132-4
- VIAF: 133890790
- Ringgold ID: 54329
- HAL structure ID: 253081
- Library of Congress Authority ID: n2003032229
- Google Knowledge Graph ID: /g/121_bxpz
- Kalliope Verbund (GND) ID: 15132-4
- NLCR AUT ID: ko2010567011 (for Königliche Sternwarte bei München), ko2010567009 (for Universitäts-Sternwarte München)

### Alternative Names and Aliases
- Universitäts-Sternwarte (München)
- Universitäts-Sternwarte der LMU
- Sternwarte Bogenhausen
- Universitätssternwarte München
- Königliche Sternwarte bei München

### Digital Presence
- Has entries in Wikipedia (Commons, German, Ukrainian language editions)
- Commons category: Sternwarte Bogenhausen
- Sitelink count of 3 across Wikipedia editions

## References

1. Virtual International Authority File
2. Czech National Authority Database
3. HAL