H083 - Europa stamps 2009 - Astronomy - Self-adhesive

The International Year of Astronomy is The IYA is primarily an activity for the citizens of planet Earth. It aims to convey the excitement of personal discovery, the pleasure of sharing fundamental knowledge about the Universe and our place in it. Although Icelanders have always been interested in the stars, astronomy and astrophysics did not become an independent subject at The University of Iceland until in 1976.