Anyone who heads underground at the Terreiro do Paço metro station will find the opportunity to explore space through virtual reality headsets.
The Smithsonian immersive experience: Journey Through the Cosmos transforms this spot into a gateway to the deep universe.
We’ve already been there to try it out, and now we’ll tell you “almost” everything!
The virtual tour begins at an astronomical observatory and culminates at the edge of a black hole, where the laws of classical physics break down.
During the immersive session, you’ll be guided through 13.8 billion years of cosmic history.
The birth of stars and uninhabitable planets
The installation was created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory, using a simulation that allows you to “enter” the universe and visually witness the birth of new stars.
The itinerary also includes stops at iconic celestial formations, such as the Pillars of Creation. The technology also allows users to simulate a walk across the surface of completely uninhabitable planets, surrounded by volcanic landscapes and rivers of lava.
The initiative is aimed at anyone interested in astronomy, offering an interactive exploration of different galaxies and worlds from beneath the city.
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