Split Science museum, Natural history museum on Mount Marjan, Split, Croatia.
The Split Science Museum displays fossils, minerals, and preserved animal specimens in a historic building situated on Mount Marjan. The collections focus on natural history and local species from the Adriatic region.
This institution was founded in 1924 as a natural history museum and later expanded to include zoological collections. The move and growth on Mount Marjan shaped its development throughout the 20th century.
The museum serves as a place where visitors connect with the region's natural world through its collections of local species. School groups and families explore the exhibits to understand the wildlife and plant diversity that surrounds them.
The hilltop location requires a short walk uphill, but the paths are well-maintained and easy to follow. Morning hours and weekdays tend to be less crowded for a more comfortable experience.
Artists created special installations in 2015 to highlight the importance of animal care and protection. These artworks remain visible in the museum and give it a distinctive character.
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