Created and run by amateur astronomers, Starscapes aspires to provide a holistic offering that any astronomer would love. Stare at the skies through the telescopes in our observatories. Take a trip to the constellations with our astronomy tours. Learn about advances in astrophysics and space exploration through our workshops and online discussions with experts. See the universe differently through your camera lens at our astrophotography sessions.
In this journey, all you need to bring along, is curiosity. Starscapes will be your uplink to the stars, your platform to the skies. Your gateway to the Universe.
About Starscapes
EXPLORE THE UNIVERSE
Ever since we were children, we have looked up at the vast expanse of the cosmos, and marveled at the magic of what lies beyond. Imagine finding a platform that helps rediscover this moment, and experience the awe-inspiring enormity and complexity of the universe, while standing on this little rock called Earth.
About Starscapes
EXPLORE THE UNIVERSE
Ever since we were children, we have looked up at the vast expanse of the cosmos, and marveled at the magic of what lies beyond. Imagine finding a platform that helps rediscover this moment, and experience the awe-inspiring enormity and complexity of the universe, while standing on this little rock called Earth.
IN PRESS
OUR TEAM
THE AMATEUR ASTRONOMERS BEHIND STARSCAPES
RAMASHISH RAY
FOUNDER
A published photographer and an astronomy enthusiast, Ramashish Ray started Starscapes in 2015 with an observatory in Kausani. Having spent over 25 years at the regional and global helm of corporate giants such as Nokia and Samsung, Ramashish continues to pursue his passion with photography today while at the same time driving other businesses in the fields of electronics, mobiles and smart devices.
PAUL SAVIO
Partner
While being involved to different extents from the inception of Stargate, Paul joined Starscapes as CEO in 2019 with the objective of creating and growing the astronomy community. An amateur astronomer and a space buff himself, Paul graduated from IIM Calcutta before working at a national capacity with Nokia, Airtel and Samsung.
AMITABH PANDEY
MENTOR AND ACADEMIC HEAD
Amitabh Pandey, ex-founder of SPACE, is an influential figure in the field of astronomy education and space science, notably for his efforts in weaving these disciplines into the fabric of Indian school education. Born on September 7, 1957, Pandey's educational journey is marked by a B.Sc. degree acquired in 1975 and Bachelor of Fine Arts from M.S. University Baroda, earned in 1986. A writer, well known educationist, avid speaker in the media. He has been an advisor to the Bihar state government for the project of the Astronomy Centre at sites of ancient Aryabhata Observatories since 2012. He is a mentor, academic head and the guiding force behind Starscapes experiences foray and growth. STARSCAPES is India’s first private observatory chain.
KUNAL WADHAWAN
Head - Product Development
A passionate educator who loves to build models , products and find ways for making science fun . He brings his decade plus experience to fore and leads all product creation and STEM activities in the team
PURAN PANDEY
Founding Member
If one of the founding team members and the first and foremost of Starguides . A Kumaoni born and bred in the Himalayas he has always been close to nature and its culture . He brings him a unique blend to the profession and is today a master trainer and guiding light for all the team
