For the kids nine to 90
The Space Dome at Science City in Calcutta is now screening a 3D movie on whales and dolphins as well. The Space Dome, which seats 360, in collaboration with Universum and Astrivision, also schedules two other 3D films. One simulates the feeling of travelling in the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania, Africa. And another takes one on a trip to outer space.
The Science City is a 50 acre park with a modern convention centre, the Space Dome and number of science exploration halls.Other attractions:
- A Time Machine that offers virtual reality rides back into time or to outer space.
- The five-storied Dynamotion building offers a variety of freaky science exhibits. Balls rolling downwards rotate giant wheels that make animated dolls play musical chimes....
- A butterfly corner where numerous species of butterflies are bred.
- A display of model dinosaurs.
- A science park for small children..
- A musical fountain.
- A 40 tank aquarium.
Science City, run by the National Council of Science Museums, is equipped with plenty of picnic areas and a restaurant as well.
The park is open daily from 0900 hours to 2100 hours. Entrance tickets are priced at Rs 10 per head.
Bus routes to the park: E-2, S-19, S-21, S-23, S-24, GL-3, C-1, C-2, C-8, C-12, MD-13, MD14, MS-37, ST-5, ST-8 .
Science City, JBS Haldane avenue, near E M bypass. Phones: 033-3434343, 3432607, 3432569.
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