Public marine aquarium of Trieste, Marine aquarium in Trieste, Italy.
The Public Marine Aquarium of Trieste is a facility with about thirty tanks on the ground floor housing Adriatic sea creatures. Visitors can observe sea anemones, molluscs, crustaceans, and various fish species in their natural conditions.
The facility was founded in 1933 and uses a thoughtful water circulation system. Seawater is drawn directly from the pier's base through the bell tower into the tanks.
The building combines Art Nouveau style with a bell tower that marks the waterfront. It serves as a gathering point where people come to connect with the sea and its creatures.
The aquarium is centrally located at the harbor and easy to reach on foot. Visitors should check opening times before visiting, as the facility has regular closures.
The water filtration system is deliberately minimal, allowing plankton and nutrients to enter the tanks. This creates more natural conditions and allows marine organisms to reproduce spontaneously.
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