Zhejiang Museum of Natural History

The Zhejiang Museum of Natural History sits at West Lake Cultural Square and displays fossils, minerals, plants, and animals from the region. The collection holds over 200,000 specimens that document the natural diversity of the province.

The institution started in 1929 during an exposition at West Lake and was originally part of a larger museum. In 1984 it became independent and has since focused on documenting the province's natural heritage.

The space reflects how local communities have observed and valued nature over time. Visitors see how the region's plants and animals have shaped daily life and traditional knowledge.

The museum sits directly by West Lake and is easily accessible by public transportation. It opens in the morning starting at 9 and closes in the afternoon, with hours varying slightly by season.

The institution houses rare fossils such as dinosaur eggs from Jiangshan and pterosaur remains from other local dig sites. Special marine exhibitions showcase the size and diversity of ocean creatures that once inhabited the region.

Location: Hangzhou

Inception: 1984

Website: http://zmnh.com

GPS coordinates: 30.23362,119.72731

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:46