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TheRegional Museum of Natural History atMysore is amuseum inIndia with exhibits on plants, animals and geology of the southern region of India. Established in 1995, it is located on the banks ofKaranji Lake.[1]
The Regional Museum of Natural History at Mysore was inaugurated on 20 May 1995.[2] It was undertaken by the government of India, Ministry of Environment and Forests. The museum is located on the banks ofKaranji Lake, with theChamundi Hills visible in the background and is spread over an area of 5.25 acres. It is now a landmark in the city. The museum exhibits plants, animals and geology of the southern region of India. The galleries emphasize the conservation of nature and natural resources while depicting ecological interrelationship among plants and animals.[3] Visually challenged students can feel the exhibits of animals on the premises. The museum provides for extracurricular activities for school students and promotes environmental awareness.
On the grounds of the museum is a small botanical garden with local trees and a collection of plants used in Ayurvedic medicine.
The gardens include an interpretative trail section designed for the visually impaired with not only signs in brail but also a sunken foot bridge to provide a "walk in water" experience of aquatic plants and fishes. Museum curators describe this section as "the first museum garden for the visually impaired in India."
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