Est. 2013 · 500+ Members
We Are Stardust
From Chennai rooftops to dark skies outside the city,
we come together to observe, learn, and share the wonder of the night sky.
Upcoming Event
View All Events →Due to logistical reasons, we will be hosting our June month’s city meetup on . Dr. Sushant Raut will be giving a talk titled “The Multilingual Universe”. Traditionally astronomers have relied on their eyes and optical telescopes to observe the universe. But we can get important information from the other parts of the electromagnetic spectrum, as well as completely different…
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About the Club
Started by two college students in 2013, Chennai Astronomy Club is a volunteer-run, non-profit community for anyone curious about the night sky.
We organise star parties, meetups, outreach programs, and workshops. It's free to join, beginner-friendly, and built by members who love sharing astronomy.
Volunteer-run
Events happen because members step up to run them.
Free to Join
No fees, no gatekeeping — just show up curious.
What We Do
Star parties, meetups, workshops, and outreach.
Guides & Resources
Compare the best stargazing places near Chennai, including ECR, Madurantakam, Nagalapuram, Jawadhu Hills, Kolli Hills and Pichavaram. Learn how to check SQM, Bortle class, light pollution, safety and sky conditions before you travel.
A practical guide to stargazing in Chennai, covering what you can see from the city, why Bortle 4–5 skies nearby are genuinely good, and how to start observing without travelling across India.
