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National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand or NARIT is a research institute under the Ministry of Science and Technology of Thailand. Its main missions are to carry out, support, and promote the development of astronomy and astrophysics in Thailand through research, public outreach, and educational activities.
NARIT was first established in 2004 as NARI (National Astronomical Research Institute), a statutory government institute under the Ministry of Science and Technology, to commemorate His Majesty the King's 80th birthday. On 27 December 2008, the status of NARIT was changed to a non-profit governmental public organization.
The Thai National Observatory (TNO) is NARIT's main facility, atop Thailand's highest mountain, Doi Inthanon in Doi Inthanon National Park, Chom Thong District, Chiang Mai Province.