Why is there a second space centre

[iStickyDuck]

I was exploring Kerbin in an unmanned spaceplane with infinite fuel and I came across a second space centre that looked like it dated back to about 0.19 (I don't really know) because it had the old models and such. There is no runway but I landed and then went to fly a rover over so I could explore but when I went into the tracking station to see exactly where it was, it said my plane had landed at KSC...

It seems a bit odd... an I'm wondering why is it there and why can't I use it to launch ships?

Edited August 23, 2013 by iStickyDuck

[lumpman2]

You have unknowingly stumbled upon one of the Kerbin easter eggs.

[capi3101]

I believe the intent is to have it as a functional space center in later versions of KSP. Right now it's an easter egg...something to put on your ribbons if you ever decide to start using them.

[WarpSpeedo]

Ribbons? How do we use these?

[Zeroignite]

http://ribbons.cgagnier.ca/faq.php

[Specialist290]

Note, though, that you need at least 5 posts (or whatever the threshold is nowadays) to get full privileges for your account, including the ability to edit your signature.

[LeadMagnet]

aaaaaaannnndddd back on topic!

Squad has placed several "easter eggs" around the Kerbol system. If you do not know what an easter egg is, have a look HERE. Some games call them "secrets" or give you "achievements" if you find all of a certain object.

You can use ISA MapSat to map a planet to find them. However, a couple are not on the surface of any planetary body! No spoilers!!

Personally, I use the second space center to land planes/returning craft, kinda like early Space Shuttle operations with Kennedy Space Center and Edwards Air Force Base .

Have fun!