The National Museum Act passed in 1998 brought the Filipinos a museum that they can be proud of – The National Museum of Natural History.
Situated in the Agrifina Circle of the Rizal Park in Manila, it was recently opened to the public last May 18, 2018.
Exhibits in the fields of botany, zoology and zoology illustrates the extensive biodiversity that is the Philippines. While the visitor can go through the collections in an hour or so, it is something one can keep coming back to on the chance of learning something new. and best of all, it is free, for now at least!
why visit?
The neo-classical building itself is worth one. the facade, the interiors and of course the tree of life right in the courtyard.
And then there’s lolong, the largest crocodile ever captured at 6.17 m and 1,075 kg.
And the artifacts found all over the Philippines is just awe-inspiring. hopefully, it inspires filipinos to take care of the environment upon realizing that we make the biggest impact on the environment.
While it is still a work in progress, here’s hoping we are able to maintain its splendor while increasing its collection of artifacts. Hopefully, there will be a cafe and a gift shop within the premises as well.
National Museum of Natural History: Long Lat ( 14.5833° N, 120.9822° E )
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