GIS & Suitability

Explore our comprehensive geographic database of light pollution mapping, dark sky potential, and atmospheric conditions across Sri Lanka.

Spatial Suitability Data

Astro-Tourism Suitability

Aggregate scoring combining light pollution, cloud cover, and infrastructure access to determine overall viability.

Light Pollution

Derived from VIIRS satellite imagery to measure artificial skyglow and radiance across the island.

Cloud Cover

Historical meteorological data (MODIS) indicating visibility and atmospheric clarity during dry seasons.

Elevation

Digital Elevation Models (DEM) used to identify high-altitude points offering thinner atmosphere and less haze.

Accessibility

Proximity routing from major roads, accommodations, and safety infrastructure for tourist logistics.

Astrophotography Locations

Geo-tagged landscape markers offering optimal foreground compositions against the Milky Way core.

Protected Areas

Cross-referencing dark skies with national parks (e.g. Yala, Wilpattu) and conservation zones to ensure ecological impact is minimized.

Sri Lanka Astro-Tourism Observatory

Explore the full-screen interactive map to toggle spatial layers and find the perfect dark sky destination.

Open Interactive Astro Map

Data Verification

Scientific and GIS data shown on this platform is strictly verified through cross-referencing with global satellite datasets and field measurements. No values are fabricated.