The determination of astronomical azimuths is not very popular. This is due to the
rumour about the difficulty of the calculations and the need for night observations.
Supposedly, special skills are needed in order to operate the appropriate instruments
for the observations. Fortunately, this is not the case. The former myth, about the level
of difficulty, is no longer true. Today the revolution in geodetic instrumentation plays a
major role in making the total process easier and quicker. Additionally, it would be
very convenient for the surveyors to have quick, easy and accurate astronomical
azimuth determination to orient or check a field survey or network. However, clear
skies are required for astronomical observations.