Museo Geologico della Carnia

The "Museo Geologico della Carnia" in Ampezzo, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, is a fascinating geological museum that offers visitors a unique insight into the geological history of the region. Located in the Geopark of the Carnic Alps, it showcases a variety of geological phenomena and fossils that illustrate the development of the Earth and specifically the Carnia region over millions of years.

The museum takes visitors on a journey through around 450 million years, starting with the marine origins of the region in the Ordovician period to the formation of the Alps during alpine mountain building. The exhibitions include fossils of marine creatures that once inhabited the region, as well as the remains of plants and animals from different geological periods. Particularly noteworthy is the detailed representation of the tectonic processes that led to the current landscape of Carnia.

Interactive elements such as multimedia stations and models allow visitors to understand the geological processes and historical events in a vivid way. The museum is also wheelchair accessible and offers special areas for children as well as a section with Braille descriptions for the blind. A special highlight is the temporary exhibitions that take place annually and cover additional geological or scientific topics.

The "Museo Geologico della Carnia" also offers educational activities and workshops, particularly suitable for young visitors to experience geology in a playful way. It is an important cultural and scientific site that promotes understanding of the geological history and significance of the region.

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Opening hours

Sunday	9:30 - 12:30 15:00 - 18:00
Monday	--
Tuesday	9:30 - 12:30 15:00 - 18:00
Wednesday	9:30 - 12:30 15:00 - 18:00
Thursday	9:30 - 12:30 15:00 - 18:00
Friday	9:30 - 12:30 15:00 - 18:00
Saturday	9:30 - 12:30 15:00 - 18:00

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