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Ancient Indian Observatories and Their Contribution to Astronomy
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Which ancient Indian observatory is considered to be the oldest surviving observatory in the world?
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Ujjain Observatory
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The Ujjain Observatory, also known as the Vedhshala, is believed to be the oldest surviving observatory in the world. It was established in the 5th century BCE and was used by ancient Indian astronomers to study the movements of celestial bodies.