Auger-South Inauguration,
14-15 November 2008

Welcome to the Pierre Auger Observatory Inauguration information page. Here you will find links to information on registration   (*Note*); and you will also find updated travel information.

The Inauguration Celebration will take place in Malargüe, Province of Mendoza, Argentina, on 14-15 November, 2008. We will celebrate the completion of construction of the Southern Observatory. The Celebration will begin with an informal reception on the evening of Thursday, 13 November. A symposium on Friday, 14 November, will include presentations on the project and the first science results followed by the Inauguration Ceremony. Guided tours of the Observatory will be offered on Saturday, 15 November.

Registration

If you have received a Letter of Invitation to the Inauguration ceremony, we kindly request that you RSVP with either your acceptance (via our Registration Page) or your regrets.

Media representatives should also use the Registration Page (*Note*).

Pierre Auger Observatory

The Pierre Auger Observatory is dedicated to the study of cosmic rays at the highest energies. The first physics results from the Observatory have revealed new insights into the properties of the highest-energy particles in the Universe.

You will find much more information about the Observatory and the study of cosmic rays by visiting the links to the navigation bar to the right. If you plan to attend the inauguration, please bookmark this page for future reference.

Travel and Tourism Links

The following links are provided to assist you in obtaining transportation and lodging:

• Transportation to and from Malargüe
• Hotels in Malargüe

In November, the Southern Hemisphere is enjoying its spring season. The city of Malargüe is a popular destination for hiking, horseback riding, white-water rafting, and fly fishing, and is close to some of the finest wine-growing regions in Argentina. Excursions to these outdoor activities and other local places of interest will be available before and after the ceremonies.

• Official web site for City of Malargüe

Reference Documents

• Letter of Invitation (PDF)   (Word)
• Media advisory (PDF)   (Word)

Contact Information

For additional information, please contact:
Sra. Rosa Pacheco

Note regarding access: Please be aware that the Registration page requires a username and password. Please contact the technical support if you need assistance. Thank you.