Goa Science Centre, Science museum in Miramar, India.
Description
Goa Science Centre is a museum in Miramar offering learning spaces spread across a large site. Indoor galleries cover physics, biology, and environmental science with interactive displays, while an outdoor park features large-scale exhibits that visitors can touch and use to explore mechanical concepts.
History
The center was established in 2001 to advance scientific knowledge and serve as an educational destination for the region. It arose from a collaboration aimed at making science accessible to a wide audience.
Culture
Students, families, and visitors from across the region use the space for demonstrations and hands-on workshops throughout the year. The center shows how science education is woven into daily learning experiences for people of all ages.
Practical
The center features an air-conditioned auditorium for talks, a digital planetarium for astronomy shows, and a computer lab for technology learning. Plan to spend a few hours here to properly explore the indoor galleries and the outdoor exhibits.
Did you know?
In the outdoor area, visitors can experiment with pulleys and ropes to discover mechanical principles through hands-on physical experience. This direct approach makes abstract concepts immediately understandable.
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