Fascinating Museums Around the World

What do spies, coal mines, chocolate fountains and DNA tests have in common? You can find them all in a museum! Museums are places of historical and cultural significance where we can learn about different cultures and explore history. They also serve as educational centers where kids of any age can interact with the various artifacts and exhibits on display. But it’s not always fun to walk miles in an old building looking at glass displays, which is why these museums stand out when it comes to fascinating and engaging exhibitions.

5 OF THE COOLEST MUSEUMS IN THE WORLD

MUSEUM OF MODERN ART NEW YORK CITY

The Museum of Modern Art located in Midtown Manhattan in New York City contains one of the greatest collections of extraordinary artifacts as well as modern and contemporary art. These exhibits fuel creativity and encourage the mind to explore further. Designed by Yoshio Taniguchi, the MOMA contains artwork from renowned personalities such as Pollock, Magritte, Van Gogh, Cézanne, Warhol and Matisse. Its

galleries are packed with awe-inspiring collections of western masterpieces and 150,000 exhibits related to performance art, design and architecture including 22,000 films available for screening. For lovers of both classical and contemporary art, the MOMA is a must-visit landmark in NYC.

INTERNATIONAL SPY MUSEUM WASHINGTON D.C

part in a live action spy adventure, learn about the events which inspired the creation of James Bond or check out cool spy gear like listening “bugs” and tiny cameras.

INTERNATIONAL SPY MUSEUM WASHINGTON D.C

Located in the Penn Quarter neighborhood in Washington D.C, the International Spy Museum includes the largest assortment of international espionage artifacts. The exhibition space consists of more than 750 artifacts including films, videos, informative displays and historic photographs from moments such as World Wars I and II. You can take part in a live action spy adventure, learn about the events which inspired the creation of James Bond or check out cool spy gear like listening “bugs” and tiny cameras.

THE MUSEUM OF CHOCOLATE, PARIS

The Musée du Chocolat or Museum of Chocolate in France is a unique and tantalizing collection dedicated to chocolate. People learn about the history of chocolate and its transformation from the bean to the bar through interactive self-guiding tours and artifacts. The attractions include an immersive historical tour, a visit with the chocolatiers and stunning chocolate sculptures. Of course, no visit to a chocolate museum would be complete without a tasting of the scrumptious offerings on display.

COSMOCAIXA SCIENCE MUSEUM, BARCELONA

Labeled as one of the best science museums in the world, the CosmoCaixa in Spain is perfect for kids who love exploration and discovery. The highlight of the Spanish structure is the flooded Amazonian forest, home to more than 100 living species, including birds, insects, frogs and even piranhas. Another great feature is the Geological Wall, made of seven layers of sample rocks from the world’s major geological structures. Other sites to check out include the Hall of Matter and the popular planetarium with its interactive screenings on the history of space and time.

MIRAIKAN: THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF EMERGING SCIENCE AND INNOVATION, TOKYO

Built on the Tokyo Bay shore in Japan, the National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation is a kid-friendly museum with fun, interactive displays. The artifacts and the futuristic interior provide a glimpse of where we might be heading. Cool hands-on activities like inspecting real DNA using a microscope, chatting with one of the humanoid robots or a virtual shuttle-trip to space make this place a must-visit. Other great features include an animated planetarium, along with other exhibits built on cutting-edge science and technology.

As Thomas Campbell, former director of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, said “Museums provide places of relaxation and inspiration. And most importantly, they are a place of authenticity. We live in a world of reproductions – the objects in museums are real. It’s a way to get away from the overload of digital technology.” Why not make your next family getaway memorable by finding out how James Bond came into existence?