Museum Ladin, Ethnographic museum in Thurn Castle, Badia, Italy
Museum Ladin sits in Thurn Castle and displays exhibits about the language, customs, and daily life of Ladin people across five valleys in the Dolomites. The collection holds artifacts, tools, and everyday objects that show how communities lived in this mountain region.
The museum opened in 2001 and occupies Thurn Castle, a building from the 13th century. This medieval fortress reflects the region's past and its connections to the mountain valleys.
The collection shows how Ladin people made and used objects in their daily lives through traditional crafts and handmade items on display. You can see the practical skills and artistic traditions that shaped the community's identity.
Visitors can explore different areas of the castle and exhibits arranged across multiple levels throughout the building. It helps to wear comfortable shoes and allow enough time for a thorough visit.
The museum also maintains remains of prehistoric cave bears in a separate section that visitors often miss. This unexpected combination connects human history with the natural past of the region.
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