Kitt Peak National Observatory | 21:9 Aspect Ratio, 2k QHD Resolution

On our drive today, we follow Kittening Peak Highway (AZ386) all the way up to Kitt Peak National Observatory. Along our drive, we also stop at several scenic pullouts to admire the gorgeous mountain overlooks that this winding mountain road provides.
At around 20:37, you will notice that there are several trees that have been completely burned. This was due to the relatively recent Contreras Fire that threatened the entire observatory. Below is a link to live updates that occurred when the fire was going and another link to some pictures that were captured of the fire:
noirlab.edu/public/news/noirl...
www.kgun9.com/photo-galleries...
This observatory consists of several different types of telescopes all located near the summit of the mountain. This is one of many telescopes in the Tucson area. Arizona's dry climate ensures that there is less atmospheric distortion so the telescopes can get a clearer view of the cosmos. Check out the link below to learn more about the observatory and see some absolutely breathtaking images that have been captured by the observatory.
kpno.noirlab.edu/
00:00 Intro
00:16 Pima County, AZ
04:44 Scenic Pullout
04:56 Closeup of some wildflowers
06:34 Scenic Pullout
07:39 Scenic Pullout
10:05 Scenic Pullout
12:18 Scenic Pullout
15:17 Scenic Pullout
18:24 Burned areas begin
20:00 First telescopes visible in the distance
20:38 You can see a charred sign on the side of the road
21:01 Another charred sign on the side of the road
24:55 Kitt Peak National Observatory
25:25 Driving over a helicopter landing pad
26:01 Panorama from peak
27:51 Scenic Pullout
31:10 Scenic Pullout