Beneficial Microbes Museum and Tourism Factory, Educational museum about microbes in Yilan City, Taiwan.
The Beneficial Microbes Museum is an educational facility in Yilan devoted to exploring microorganisms and demonstrating their applications in agriculture, food production, and environmental protection. The spaces feature interactive exhibitions and laboratory setups where visitors can conduct their own experiments.
The facility was established in 2011 and was Taiwan's first institution dedicated specifically to educating people about microorganisms. It developed into an important educational center that connects scientific research with practical applications in agriculture.
The exhibitions connect scientific knowledge about microorganisms with traditional farming practices that have shaped Yilan's agriculture for generations. Visitors can observe how local farmers have always worked with natural processes to care for soil and crops.
The museum offers daily guided tours where specialists explain the exhibitions and answer questions. The practical workshops allow visitors to work in laboratory settings and create simple products themselves.
The facility has specialized in supporting visitors with different religious beliefs through dedicated prayer spaces and culturally adapted programs. A particular strength lies in developing products made to Islamic standards, which are demonstrated during exhibitions.
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