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Delve into astronomy at the Royal Observatory with Anne Diamond

Hosted by Anne Diamond OBE

British broadcaster Anne Diamond visits the iconic Royal Observatory in Greenwich, London—the historic home of British astronomy and the birthplace of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). Follow along as Anne takes a guided tour of the building, learning how astronomers once used it to map the stars and measure time with precision. She discovers the importance of the Prime Meridian line, which runs through the courtyard and divides the eastern and western hemispheres. With stunning views over London and fascinating exhibits, Anne uncovers how this extraordinary site changed the way we understand the world and time itself.

British broadcaster Anne Diamond visits the iconic Royal Observatory in Greenwich, London—the historic home of British astronomy and the birthplace of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). Follow along as Anne takes a guided tour of the building, learning how astronomers once used it to map the stars and measure time with precision. She discovers the importance of the Prime Meridian line, which runs through the courtyard and divides the eastern and western hemispheres. With stunning views over London and fascinating exhibits, Anne uncovers how this extraordinary site changed the way we understand the world and time itself.

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