srijeda, rujna 26, 2007

Asteroid on way to Earth



Bliski susret sa asteroidom 2002 NY 40

Friday, August 16 @ 18:59:41 CEST
Priprema: Marino
Mala tijela

Da li nam prijeti veća opasnost od kometa ili asteroida? Asteroid 2002 NY 40 će se u noći 17/18. (subota/nedjelja) kolovoza najviše približiti Zemlji, te će nas “promašiti” za nešto više od 500 000 km, i ne predstavlja opasnost po našu planetu.
Obzirom na putanju i sjaj asteroida u maximumu od M=9 biti će ga moguće vidjeti i sa dalekozorom, zbog specifičnosti putanje lako uočiti i gotovo u “real-time” vremenu pratiti njegovo gibanje u svemiru, što nije čest slučaj u astronomskim promatranjima (ako izuzmemo meteore).

Njegova će putanja za naše zemljopisne koordinate započeti iz smjera Jarca, prolaziti će granicom Dupina i Orla, proći gotovo “kroz” M71, nastaviti dalje prema Labudu odnosno Liri, da bi se potom izgubio u jutarnjem sumraku, a kasnije ga zbog udaljavanja od Zemlje i brzog opadanja sjaja više neće biti moguće vidjeti skromnijim astronomskim instrumentima.



Vrijedilo bi istaknuti da je 2002 NY 40 otkriven na vrijeme i da nije postojala mogućnost njegovog udara u Zemlju, što nije bio slučaj sa nekim nedavno otkrivenim asteroidima (2002 MN na 120 000 km od Zemlje!). Do samo prije nekoliko godina otkrivali smo svega nekoliko desetaka kometa i asteroida godišnje i bili uljuljani u vjerovanje da se asteriodni pojas (sva sila i briga većih i manjih gromada kamenja, željeza, leda i sl.) nalazi “daleko” od Zemljine putanje, te da ne predstavlja gotovo nikakvu opasnost po Zemlju.

Uporabom novih tehnologija te razmjenom i obradom informacija (linear, internet i dr.) ta se slika drastično promijenila, počeli smo otkrivati na stotine i stotine novih kometa i asteroida od kojih su mnogi svrstani u tzv NEO objekte (objekte koji prolaze blizu Zemlje) koji predstavljaju ozbiljnu prijetnju našoj civilizaciji. Donedavni problem šačice astronoma u svijetu i njihovih, nešto brojnijih, kolega astronoma-amatera (amatera- samo po tome što za svoj rad nisu plaćeni) ubrzo je postao visoko rangirana opasnost (jedna od 10 najvećih) po našu civilizaciju.

Zadnjih se godina ovoj potencijalnoj opasnosti pristupa sa dužnom pažnjom, čovjek je danas, potencijalno, u mogućnosti na vrijeme otkriti i ukloniti ovakvu opasnost. Nedavni susret Europskih promatrača asteroida – MACE 2002 (www.astro.hr) u Višnjanu doprinos je takovim nastojanjima. Zvjezdarnica Vidulini, za koju se nadamo da će biti operativna 2004. godine također će se priključiti potrazi za malim tijelima Sunčeva sustava.

Nadajmo se da zbog svjetlosnog zagađenja nećemo prekasno uočiti malu svijetlu točkicu čija je putanja na susretnom kursu sa Zemljinom.


utorak, rujna 25, 2007

Hotel Eden Rovinj

Hotel Eden4 stars

L. Adamovića bb, 52210 Rovinj (Istrien) (Show map)


Overview

Photo Hotel Eden Maistra's best hotel offers its guests an opportunity to enjoy a peaceful and relaxed atmosphere which pervades its every corner.

Located on the edge of a unique and wonderful hundred-year old nature park called Zlatni Rt - Punta Corrente, with its long-term tradition, this hotel will satisfy each guest's demands.

A vacation in a four-star hotel which has become a tradition in Rovinj's tourist resort will enable you to combine relaxation in a calm, healthy oasis and the buzz of vibrant entertainment.

Hotel Eden has become a member of the respectable international collection: Special Hotels of the World.

Rooms: 330

Availability

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When would you like to stay?

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Hotel Facilities

General

Restaurant – Bar – 24-Hour Front Desk – Elevator

Activities

Fitness Centre – Massage – Indoor Swimming Pool – Outdoor Swimming Pool

Location

Beach

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.

Guest Parking

Free Public parking is possible on site.

Hotel Policies

These are general hotel policies. As they may vary per room type; please also check the room description.

Check-In

13:00 – 00:00 hours

Check-Out

07:00 – 11:00 hours

Cancellation

If cancelled up to 5 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.

If cancelled later, the first night will be charged.

In case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.

Children and extra beds

All children under 2 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.

All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.

There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.

Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 1.

Extra beds and baby cots are upon request and need to be confirmed by the hotel.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Accepted credit cards

  • American Express
  • Visa
  • Euro/Mastercard
  • Diners Club
  • Maestro

The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

Hotel information

The Eden is the perfect place to live the real Rovinj experience. Your stay will be enhanced by the impeccable service delivered by the competent and friendly staff.

The opulent green of the soft lawn and beautiful swimming pools pave the way to the hotel's own bay. Open all-year round for lovers of tranquility, entertainment or sports and recreation, we can satisfy the most demanding guests.

There are diverse entertainment facilities such as hobby workshops, Croatian language school and various land or water sports like water polo, basketball, mini golf, table tennis, tennis (12 clay courts, 4 in a roofed tennis hall, approximately 150m from the Eden Hotel), badminton, shooting range and boccie.

Our entertainment programs includes a diverse day and night itinerary for adults, an outdoor terrace with a stage, indoor hall (bar and stage), and mini-club with entertainment for children. You can enjoy live music, various shows, folklore performances and the a capella vocal ensembles called Klape.

Food & beverage

It is an ideal place for those looking for quietness and the good service of a four star hotel. Our restaurants offer a varied and extensive menu of traditional Croatian cuisine, adapted to suit the international palate.

Our excellence is based on the quality of the ingredients we use, as well as the efficiency and dedication of both our kitchen and waiting staff. You can choose from Burin National Restaurant, Oleander Grill, Pool Bar, Aperitif Bar or the Muntrav Caffeteria.

In addition, we also provide an extensive and select choice of menus for all occasion, banquets, conventions, etc. with quality ingredients, exquisite cuisine and presentation. The room service menu has been designed hand in hand with the restaraunt menu.

Supplements for stays under 3 nights
Supplement for dinner: EUR 18,00 per person

Supplements for stays over 3 nights
Supplement for dinner: EUR 15,00 per person

Room information

Our large, beautifully decorated rooms are fully-equipped.

Area information

Rovinj, with 13,000 inhabitants, is a fairytale town, irresistible for its colourful appeal and unique beauty. At seventeen centuries old, it remains young and lively, welcoming every nation, every age, in every season.

Sundrenched and surrounded by lush Mediterranean vegetation, it was beautifully built with the white stone on which it now stands. Discover yourself roaming through the labyrinths of Rovinj’s charm.

Important information

Beach chairs and parasols are free of charge.
Room service is available from 7:00 to 23:00.

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