Museum of Science and the Cosmos, Science and astronomy museum in San Cristóbal de La Laguna, Spain.
The Museum of Science and the Cosmos contains exhibits covering Earth's rotation, solar activity, and black hole orbits through interactive displays and demonstrations.
The institution opened its doors on May 11, 1993, with Russian cosmonaut Sergei Krikalev and the Prince of Asturias attending the inauguration ceremony.
The museum serves as the primary center for scientific education in the Canary Islands, offering regular astronomy nights and educational programs for local communities.
Visitors can access the museum Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, with free entry available during Friday and Saturday evenings.
The planetarium features a GOTO GE II projection system that displays 2,800 stars, complemented by an outdoor radio telescope and Analemmatic sundial.
Location: San Cristóbal de La Laguna
Accessibility: Rolstoeltoegankelijk
GPS coordinates: 28.47570,-16.30896
Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:05
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