observatory

noun

Etymology: Etymology tree French observatoirebor. English observatory Borrowed from French observatoire, equivalent to observe + -atory.

1. A place where stars, planets and other celestial bodies are observed, usually through a telescope; also place for observing meteorological or other natural phenomena.

   “The corporation of Harvard University have passed a vote closing the observatory in Cambridge to the public on Saturday evenings.”

2. A lookout (vantage point with a view of the surrounding area)