In Italy, the largest aquarium is located in Genoa. It is the second largest in Europe. Opening of the oceanarium was held in 1992. It was built specially for the opening of Genoa Expo'92 exhibition. The center plays an important educational, environmental, and even historical role. Its opening was timed to the remarkable day - the 500th anniversary of the discovery of New World by Christopher Columbus.
Aquarium of Genoa introduces the typical inhabitants of the Ligurian Sea, the representatives of the North Atlantic Ocean, as well as the typical fauna of the reefs of the Caribbean. Thus, the exposure actually reproduces the sea route, which more than 500 years ago had been sailed by Christopher Columbus. It is also worth noting that the exhibition focuses on the most important environmental problems of the planet. Amazing sightseeing tours and lectures are held there for visitors. The oceanarium area occupies 3 100 square meters. It is visited by about 1.2 million people each year.
Visitors will have an opportunity to admire the most incredible deep sea inhabitants, which are now living in a huge aquarium, and watch the stingrays that lurk in a large outdoor tank. In total, there are 70 aquarium tanks. More than one hour is necessary to get acquainted with all sea creatures. There is also an exclusive ride, which is called Night Shark. Once a month, everyone can spend a night in the aquarium and watch the behavior of its inhabitants after dark.
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