Beijing Planetarium was built in 1957. Since its construction, it has been presenting the mystery of the vast universe, through its unique ways and tools of demonstration, to visitors generation after generation. In the new century, in order to satisfy the growing demands for knowledge in science, technology and culture of the public, a modern and new planetarium was constructed. With the support, assistance and leadership from the Beijing municipal government, and with efforts made by all people involved, the new Beijing Planetarium was completed and opened to the public on a trial basis on December 12, 2004. |