Travelers coming for Arica tours should not miss the Arica sea Museum, Arica. Located in Pasaje Sangra, the Arica sea Museum, Arica is one of the popular tourist attractions in Arica.
Tourists will discover some of the wonders of the sea that are on display at the Arica sea Museum, presenting a collection of conches and shells from different parts of the country and all over the world. In addition to this, they will be able to find information, photographs and teaching material which will help them learn more about Malacology.
The initial collection that which the museum housed, included more than a thousand different species, approximately 700 of which were classified after almost 2 years of continuous work by the museums founder. The variety of mollusks are displayed to not only be informative and educational, but at the same time entertaining and fun for everyone.
The museum opened its doors on October 5, 2006. The opening of the museum was possible for the generous contribution of Ariela Gonzalez Yanulaque, owner of the localities in which the collection is exhibited. The opening ceremonies were a blissful occasion. Arica sea Museum, Arica remains open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. daily except Sunday.
Apart from Arica sea Museum, Arica, tourists can also visit the following attractions of Arica :
- Aduana de Arica / Casa de la Culture
Built in 1874 and designed by Gustave Eiffel, the former customhouse is known as Casa has been restored and houses treasured art and historical exhibits.
- Estacion Ferrocarril Arica-La Paz
Established in 1913, the Estacion Ferrocarril Arica-La Paz train station is one of the famous sights in the city.
- El Morro de Arica
The 110 meters headland offers majestic views over the port and ocean.
- Iglesia San Marco
Built by Gustave Eiffel, the Gothic style Iglesia San Marcos is located in the central Plaza Colon.
- Iglesia de Sun Geronimo
The 17th century Iglesia de Sun Geronimo is one of the oldest churches in the country.
- Museo Historico y de Armas
The Museo Historico y de Armas venerates the battle between Chile and Peru during the War of the Pacific in 1880.
- Museo Arqueologico San Miguel de Azapa
Museo Arqueologico San Miguel de Azapa houses treasured collections of pre-Columbian pottery, woodcarving and baskets along with mummified remains from the Chinchorro culture, dating from 8,000 to 10,000 BC.
Getting to Arica is convenient from any part of the country. Plan a trip to the Arica sea Museum, Arica for a unique experience.
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