National Museum of Natural History, Natural history museum in Ermita, Philippines
The National Museum of Natural History exhibits preserved specimens of Filipino flora, fauna, fossils, minerals, and detailed geological formations across multiple gallery floors.
The museum building, completed in 1940, initially served as the Department of Agriculture and Commerce before its transformation into a natural history institution.
The museum galleries present the biological diversity of Philippine archipelago through scientific collections that reflect local environmental research and discoveries.
Located near Rizal Park, the museum opens Tuesday through Sunday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with free admission for both residents and international visitors.
The central feature includes a glass dome called the Tree of Life, spanning six floors and incorporating natural light throughout the exhibition spaces.
Location: Ermita
Inception: 2017
Official opening: May 18, 2018
Part of: National Museum Complex
Address: Kalaw Avenue
Phone: +63282981100
Website: https://nationalmuseum.gov.ph/our-museums/national-museum-of-natural-history
GPS coordinates: 14.58331,120.98219
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:02
The historical monuments of Manila showcase Spanish colonial architecture and the national history of the Philippines. The city includes 16th-century fortifications like Intramuros and Fort Santiago, Catholic churches such as the neo-Romanesque cathedral and the baroque church of Saint Augustine, urban parks like Rizal Park, and museums depicting local culture. The Chinese district of Binondo and Manila Bay with its seaside promenade complete this architectural heritage.
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