View of Large High Altitude Air Shower Observatory in China's Sichuan
An aerial drone photo taken on October 28, 2025, shows the Large High Altitude Air Shower Observatory (LHAASO) located in Daocheng County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest Sichuan Province, China.
Location and Significance
LHAASO sits at an altitude of 4,410 meters on Mount Haizi in Daocheng County. Since its regular operation began in July 2021, it has become a leading international facility renowned for its unparalleled sensitivity and precision in detecting gamma rays and cosmic rays.
Photo: Xinhua
A drone photo captured on October 28 provides a unique perspective of this advanced observatory.
Author's Summary
The Large High Altitude Air Shower Observatory in Sichuan operates at extreme altitude, pioneering global gamma-ray and cosmic-ray research with exceptional sensitivity and accuracy.