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The Genoa Aquarium è one of the largest aquariums in Europe and is located in theancient port of Genoa, Italy. È was opened in 1992 to mark the fifth centenary of Christopher Columbus' voyage. Inside the aquarium you will find a wide range of marine species from around the world, divided into different thematic sections. There are more than 70 display tanks and 12,000 animals of more than 600 different species.
The largest section of the aquarium è dedicated to the Ocean, where you can admire sharks, manta rays, sea turtles, stingrays and many other creatures. In addition, there è a section dedicated to Mediterranean fauna, where you can observe fish, corals and other marine organisms found in the Mediterranean area.
The Genoa Aquarium is home to the largest exhibition tank in Europe, called "The Ocean." It has a capacity of more than 3.5 million liters of water and houses various species of sharks, manta rays, sea turtles and other sea creatures. Inside the Genoa Aquarium there is also a submarine, the Nazario Sauro, which can be visited by visitors. È was used by the Italian Navy between 1976 and 2002. One of the tanks at the Genoa Aquarium houses the largest colony of surgeonfish in Europe. These fish are known for their brightly colored scales and scalpel-like shape. The Genoa Aquarium è has been used as a location for the Italian TV series "Braccialetti Rossi," which tells the story of a group of hospitalized boys.
The Genoa Aquarium è is also active in marine wildlife conservation. In collaboration with other organizations, it has initiated several projects to protect sea turtles and other endangered species. In 2017, the Genoa Aquarium hosted an exhibition on jellyfish, with display tanks showing different species of jellyfish from around the world. The Aquarium of Genoa è was opened in 1992 to mark the 500º anniversary of the voyage of Christopher Columbus, who departed from the very port of Genoa to reach the Americas. The aquarium also offers the opportunity to interact with some of the animals. For example, in the "Contact" section you can touch starfish, crabs and other aquatic creatures.
There are also tanks where you can see penguins and seals up close. In addition, the Genoa Aquarium offers many educational and fun activities for visitors of all ages. There are science workshops, interactive shows and educational activities for children. Finally, the aquarium also offers food services, gift stores and other activities for visitors. Overall, the Genoa Aquarium è an ideal destination for anyone who loves nature and marine animals, and offers an unforgettable experience for all visitors.
