Turkish astronomers refer to scientists and scholars from Turkey who study or have made contributions to the field of astronomy. Turkey has a rich history in astronomy that dates back to ancient times, and there are notable Turkish astronomers both from historical periods and contemporary times. Historically, during the Ottoman Empire, there were important advancements in astronomical studies, including the work of scholars who built observatories, such as Taqi al-Din, who established the Istanbul Observatory in the 16th century.
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