What Does VLT Stand For?

VLT stands for Very Large Telescope

The Very Large Telescope (VLT) is an array of four optical telescopes located at the Paranal Observatory in Chile, operated by the European Southern Observatory (ESO). Each telescope features a primary mirror measuring 8.2 meters in diameter, allowing for high-resolution imaging and spectroscopy of astronomical objects. The VLT is designed to explore various celestial phenomena, including the formation of stars and galaxies, the study of exoplanets, and the investigation of dark matter and dark energy. Its advanced adaptive optics system enables detailed observation of objects in the universe, making it one of the most powerful ground-based telescopes in operation today.