Natural History Museum of Crete, Natural history museum in Heraklion, Greece.
The Natural History Museum of Crete spans four levels with exhibits covering dinosaur fossils, Mediterranean wildlife, and scientific research collections.
Founded in 1981, the museum transformed a former electricity power plant into an educational institution focused on Eastern Mediterranean natural sciences.
The museum received the Benaki award from the Academy of Athens in 2012 for its contributions to education and research in natural sciences.
Located on Sofokli Venizelou Street near Heraklion port, the museum charges €7.50 for entry and operates daily with extended weekend hours.
The facility includes an earthquake simulation room where visitors can experience the sensation of seismic activity under controlled conditions.
Location: Heraklion
Inception: 1981
Official opening: 1981
Website: http://nhmc.uoc.gr
GPS coordinates: 35.34190,25.12660
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:03
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