Museo della Scienza e della Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci (Museum of Science and Technology), Milan (must see)
Dedicated to the Italian painter and scientist Leonardo da Vinci, this is actually the largest science and technology museum in Italy. Opened on 5 February 1953, the museum is housed in the ancient monastery of San Vittore al Corpo, showcasing 7 main departments, namely: Materials, Transport, Energy, Communication Leonardo da Vinci 鈥� Art & Science, New Frontiers, and Science for Young People.
The Transport section is divided into four parts: Air, Rail, Water, and Submarine Enrico Toti-S-506. However, the Leonardo da Vinci 鈥� Art & Science area is one of the most popular ones, consisting of four parts: Jewelry, Leonardo da Vinci, Horology, and Musical Instruments.
While the Jewelry collection showcases objects made of gems and precious metals, including gold and ivory, the Leonardo da Vinci part exhibits machines that were reproduced from Da Vinci's drawings, such as a hydraulic saw, a spinning machine, a flying machine, and the so-called Leonardo's Tank. The displayed models are the result of the reinterpretation of a group of experts who have translated and completed the drawings.
The Horology collection shows the evolution of watchmaking by displaying several pendulums, ancient clocks, personal watches, and tower mechanisms. The Musical Instruments section displays instruments from the 17th to 20th centuries, and a reconstruction of a lutemaker's workshop from the 17th century is also exhibited.
Why You Should Visit:
A fantastic destination for science enthusiasts, engineering minds, and fact-followers of any age.
The Transport section is divided into four parts: Air, Rail, Water, and Submarine Enrico Toti-S-506. However, the Leonardo da Vinci 鈥� Art & Science area is one of the most popular ones, consisting of four parts: Jewelry, Leonardo da Vinci, Horology, and Musical Instruments.
While the Jewelry collection showcases objects made of gems and precious metals, including gold and ivory, the Leonardo da Vinci part exhibits machines that were reproduced from Da Vinci's drawings, such as a hydraulic saw, a spinning machine, a flying machine, and the so-called Leonardo's Tank. The displayed models are the result of the reinterpretation of a group of experts who have translated and completed the drawings.
The Horology collection shows the evolution of watchmaking by displaying several pendulums, ancient clocks, personal watches, and tower mechanisms. The Musical Instruments section displays instruments from the 17th to 20th centuries, and a reconstruction of a lutemaker's workshop from the 17th century is also exhibited.
Why You Should Visit:
A fantastic destination for science enthusiasts, engineering minds, and fact-followers of any age.
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Museo della Scienza e della Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci (Museum of Science and Technology) on Map
Sight Name: Museo della Scienza e della Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci (Museum of Science and Technology)
Sight Location: Milan, Italy (See walking tours in Milan)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
Sight Location: Milan, Italy (See walking tours in Milan)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
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