The largest science center on the Indian Subcontinent, Science City is one of the most popular attractions in Kolkata, managed by the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM), Ministry of Culture, Government of India. The first director general of NCSM, Saroj Ghose, thought of this idea in 1997. The science center was inaugurated in two parts. While the Convention Centre Complex was open to the public by Paul Jozef Crutzen (Nobel-Prize winner) on 21st December 1996 along with the then chief minister Jyoti Basu, the entire center was opened on 1st July 1997, by the then Prime Minister of India Inder Kumar Gujral. On 10th January 2010, the foundation of the second phase of the Science City was laid by the former PM of India, Manmohan Singh, in the presence of Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee, the then CM of West Bengal. Science City Kolkata Location – Crossing of Eastern Metropolitan Bypass and J B S Haldane Avenue. Science City Kolkata Timings – 09:00 AM – 09:00 PM (Closed on Holi) Science City Kolkata Founded on –1st July, 1997 Science City Kolkata Photography– Not allowed Opened for the public on 6th December 2008, Earth Exploration Hall is a permanent exhibition on Earth displayed in 2 stories of a hemisphere-shaped building. While the exhibits related to the southern hemisphere are on the ground floor, those pertaining to the northern hemisphere are on the first floor. In the middle of the hall is a huge globe encircled by multimedia presentations on several global issues. Science Centre Kolkata is divided into 12 equal segments for all the hemispheres and other features such as geology, flora, physical geography, people, etc. There are interactive multimedia presentations, exhibits on different physical phenomena on earth, etc. Evolution Park is a theme-based tour that spreads over 1300 square m, with seven huge walkways via dioramas with 26 dinosaurs, 71 robotic prehistoric animals, and 140 plant models from different eras. The park showcases the evolution of animal life, mainly the now-extinct species. A journey right into the universe, Space Odyssey has Theatre, a Time Machine, a Spinning platform, Mirror-Magic, Space Theatre, and other exciting exhibits and spaces. It is a permanent pavilion showcasing the history of maritime in India, maritime activities, and interactive exhibits on shipping and navigation systems. This 2-storied structure, shaped like a ship, covers around 700 square meters. There are replicas, ships, sea vessels, and models of boats. A huge outdoor Science park consists of several attractions such as a Monorail Cycle, exhibits on physical science, a Caterpillar ride, a musical fountain, a children’s play corner, a road train, a butterfly nursery, cable cars, and a monorail cycle. This space gives a free learning experience to the visitor. Visitors are allowed to bring their eatables to the Science City Kolkata. Visitors can relax and have fun in this picnic garden in the lush environment.Entry fee Science City Kolkata-
Attractions and Galleries
Dynamotion Hall
Earth Exploration Hall
Evolution Park
Space Odyssey
Maritime Centre
Outdoor Science Park
Picnic Garden
Convention Centre Complex
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