Museo civico dei fossili di Besano, Besano

Name: Museo civico dei fossili di Besano
Address: Via Prestini, 5, Besano, 21050, Italy
Telephone: +39 0332 919200

#1 among attractions in Besano

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The Civic Museum of Fossils of Besano, located in Besano, Italy, specializes in palaeontology and houses a collection of fossils that were found nearby. In 2010, the area around the museum was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The museum is famous for its Besanosaurus fossils. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 45°53'23"N, 8°53'23"E

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Via Prestini, 5Besano 21050 Italy

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+39 0332 919200

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Museo civico dei fossili di Besano – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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