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Museo Salesiano / Magiorinno Borgatello, Punta Arenas

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Learn about the cultural and natural heritage of Chile at Museo Salesiano / Magiorinno Borgatello. First inspired by Salesian missionaries in 1893, the extensive museum takes you on a historical journey through the country. Check out the museum's ethnological section, starting with exhibits about the oldest known inhabitants of the land, moving on to issues regarding colonialism and religion, and eventually covering current day issues. You can also visit the museum's archeological, historical, and wildlife exhibitions to develop a fuller understanding of the region. By using our Punta Arenas day trip site, you can arrange your visit to Museo Salesiano / Magiorinno Borgatello and other attractions in Punta Arenas.
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  • Taxidermy of local fauna, embalmed fetuses of whales, plant life, and history of indigenous people are fairly comprehensive. Life under the Salesian missionaries gives visitors insights into how the....  more
    Taxidermy of local fauna, embalmed fetuses of whales, plant life, and history of indigenous people are fairly comprehensive. Life under the Salesian missionaries gives visitors insights into how the....  more »
  • Most displayshave English explanations.. Museum depicts life of the indigenous people & the eco system. The museum is definately woth seeing. 
    Most displayshave English explanations.. Museum depicts life of the indigenous people & the eco system. The museum is definately woth seeing.  more »
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  • Highly recommend! Although the museum might not be the most modern one in the city, it is defintely very interesting and exhibits many different artifacts and information about local history, flora and fauna and geology. I was amazed by the number of animals that are presented and described in the museum. I also quite enjoyed the newly added part about fossils, Drilling and hydroenergy. The staff is very friendly and the prices are decent.
  • Very well detailed history of the area thanks to good descriptions and unique exhibits Very friendly staff

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