The Sky at Night · SEASON 50

On Top of the World

Episode 2 · 2006-02-06

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Episode overview

The volcanic mountain of Mauna Kea in Hawaii is home to some of the world's best astronomical obvervatories. At 14,000 feet, it's well above cloud level, giving astronomers the best view of the Universe they can get. Chris Lintott looks around the telescopes, whilst Patrick Moore speaks to the British Scientists who use them for their research.

Season 50 episodes

1. Journey to the Edge2006-01-02 2. On Top of the World2006-02-06 3. Mapping the Moon2006-02-27 4. The Loveliest Planet2006-03-04 5. A Spin Around the Sun2006-03-06 6. Turkish Delight2006-04-03 7. Glorious Galaxies2006-05-08 8. Bangs in the Night2006-06-05 9. Wandering Giants2006-07-03 10. Return to the Red Planet2006-08-07 11. The Sun and Moon2006-09-04 12. Autumn Sky2006-10-02 13. The Evil Twin2006-11-06 14. The Sounds of Stars2006-12-03