Museum of Natural History, University of Pavia, Natural history museum at Palazzo Botta Adorno, Pavia, Italy
The museum displays over 500 specimens across three main sections: Zoology, Geopaleontology, and Comparative Anatomy, with multimedia exhibits and interactive displays.
Maria Theresa of Austria established the museum in 1775, starting with mineral specimens from Vienna and growing to house 24,000 items by 1780.
The Kosmos Museum takes its name from the Greek word for order, presenting natural discoveries through educational programs and temporary exhibitions.
Visitors can explore the museum from Tuesday to Sunday between 10:00 and 18:00, with final entry at 17:30, except for major public holidays.
The museum houses Shanti the Elephant, a specimen connected to Napoleon Bonaparte who presented it to the institution in the early nineteenth century.
Website: https://museokosmos.eu
GPS coordinates: 45.18863,9.15052
Latest update: March 6, 2025 21:21
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