Where was Chang 'e IV launched in China?

The Chang 'e-4 probe was successfully launched in xichang satellite launch center, China, while xichang satellite launch center is located in Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province. The headquarters of the satellite launch center is located in Xiushan Lishui, about 60 kilometers northwest of Xichang City, Sichuan Province, and the satellite launch site is located in the hinterland of Daliangshan Canyon, 65 kilometers northwest of Xichang City. The main task of launching Chang 'e IV is to land on the surface of the moon and explore all aspects of the moon.

Startup history

Since the launch of China's first communication satellite in 1984+ 10, by the end of 20 13, China had launched 82 domestic and foreign satellites, which won honor for the motherland. 1on April 7, 990, the center successfully launched the Asia-1 communication satellite made in the United States. Geographically, Xichang has many advantages: high altitude and low latitude; The terrain is hidden and the geological structure is firm; Abundant and stable water sources; The traffic and communication conditions are ideal. Xichang satellite launch center is the earliest space launch site in China with the largest number of satellites, high degree of automation and strong comprehensive launch capability. Nearly 80 domestic and foreign satellites were sent into space from here.

Composition task

Xichang satellite launch center consists of headquarters, launch site (technical area and two launch sites), communication terminal, command and control center, three tracking and measuring stations and other related living support units (hospitals, hotels, etc.). ). It is mainly responsible for the organization and command of GTO satellite launch, test launch, active segment measurement, safety control, data processing, information transmission, meteorological support, debris recovery, experimental technology research and other tasks, such as broadcasting, communication and meteorology.

geographical environment

Xichang satellite launch center is located in Sichuan Province, headquartered in Hangtian North Road, Xichang City, Liangshan Prefecture, Sichuan Province, and the satellite launch site is located in Fengjiawan, Yuanze Town, Mianning County, Sichuan Province. The corresponding satellite launch test, command and control, tracking and measurement, communication, meteorology, service guarantee and other fields are scattered in different areas of the canyon. The region has a subtropical climate, with an average annual temperature of 65438 06℃ and moderate ground wind throughout the year. The best release season is from June 10 to May of the following year.

Tourism-related information

Tour route 1: to road trip: Chengdu _ Panzhihua. You can leave the station at Mianning Manshuiwan Toll Station of Huang Lu Expressway and go to Shaba and Yuan Ze (about 20km).

Tour route 2: Take a taxi or van from Xichang, the driving time is about 1 hour, and the fare is 200-300 yuan. You can also take a one-day tour of the satellite launch site organized by a local travel agency, and the cost per person is about 100 yuan (including fare, tickets and explanations).

Tickets: 50 yuan, you can buy tickets in the city or when you enter the ditch. The main places to visit are the launcher, the launch command and control hall, the Long March 3 rocket entity, and the satellite launch control center (you can generally understand the launch process by watching videos).

Description of visit

1. Ticket price: adult 120 yuan, child 60 yuan.

Second, tourists should obey orders and visit in a civilized way.

Three, it is forbidden to bring flammable, explosive and dangerous goods to visit.

Fourth, tourists should have a sense of risk.

5. Minors must be accompanied by adults. Patients with heart disease, sudden acute diseases and pregnant women should not go.