Estran Cité de la mer, Public aquarium in Dieppe, France.
The Estran Cité de la mer is a marine facility in Dieppe with large tanks that recreate different environments of the English Channel. It displays fish and other sea creatures in tanks designed to mimic their natural living conditions.
The facility opened in 1987 and quickly became a center for studying marine species from the region. Since then it has grown to display the maritime resources and their importance to local history.
The place reflects how this port town's residents have long depended on the sea for their livelihood and identity. Displays show the fishing traditions, trade routes, and deep connection between the community and the ocean that shaped daily life here.
The building is straightforward to navigate, and visitors can explore the different sections at their own pace. It helps to allow time for watching the animals and note that the main entrance is located near the town harbor.
The facility displays specialized tanks where cold-water fish such as turbot, pollack, and cod live in conditions that closely mirror their harsh natural habitats. This precise recreation is unusual and shows how important these species have been to local fishing traditions.
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