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Magical World of Shells Museum, Piran

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The only venue of its kind in Slovenia, Magical World of Shells Museum features more than 4,000 specimens of rare and unusual mollusks. You'll see one of the biggest clams in the world, pearls, sea urchins, crabs, sea stars, and much more. The interactive museum is a highly informative attraction designed to promote environmental awareness and teach visitors about the importance of conservation. With a constantly expanding collection, you'll always see something new there, no matter how many times you visit. Plan trip to Piran with our itinerary maker to find out where to go and what to do.

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By TIsobel

Had a great time at this museum. More scientific than we expected - loads to look at, with so many amazing shells. Signs were in Slovenian but they had very handy English written guides. The woman...

Had a great time at this museum. More scientific than we expected - loads to look at, with so many amazing shells. Signs were in Slovenian but they had very handy English written guides. The woman... more »
By 603maru_am

Very interesting, informative and colorful. The staff was happy to answer a lot of questions (even the stupid ones). Recommend!

Very interesting, informative and colorful. The staff was happy to answer a lot of questions (even the stupid ones). Recommend! more »

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By Ildiko Turjan

Really interesting museum, lot of new facts about the shells and snakes. The numbering of the vitrines are a bit confusing. You can only pay cash.

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By Diego Havenstein

Amazing! You'll not be disappointed

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