Puducherry Science Centre & Planetarium, Science museum and planetarium in Lawspet, Puducherry, India
The center includes a built-up area of 1500 square meters featuring a Digital Planetarium, Fun Science Gallery, Marine Life exhibits, and outdoor Science Park.
The National Council of Science Museums established this educational facility in 2015, with construction costs of 375 Lakhs shared between Indian and Puducherry governments.
The Marine Life Gallery spans 300 square meters, educating visitors about ocean ecology, diversity, resources, and conservation through five dedicated sections.
The center operates from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM daily, with entry fees of 10 rupees for adults and 5 rupees for children under 12.
Students from government schools receive free access to scientific demonstrations, experiments, and astronomy shows according to a fixed schedule.
GPS coordinates: 11.95174,79.80786
Latest update: March 9, 2025 10:46
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