The National Museum of Marine Biology and Aquarium covers 96.81 hectares. The museum focuses on water. It is organized into three main areas: Waters of Taiwan, Coral Kingdom Pavilion, and Waters of the World, along with administrative, education, experimental, research, maintenance, and international conference buildings. The 84 meters underwater passage through 150 gallon aquarium in Coral Kingdom pavilion is one of the most interesting features.
The exhibition areas are the Waters of Taiwan, Coral Kingdom Pavilion, and Waters of the World.
The Waters of Taiwan is an aquarium replicated from the distinctive water resources around Taiwan. From high mountain streams, rivers, reservoirs, intertidal zones, southern Taiwan and oceans are displayed. Where the largest in 4 meters tall and 16 meters long observing window on the ocean of Eastern Taiwan is in this area.
The Coral Kingdom Pavilion focus on exhibiting the coral reef species from shallow shore to deep sea, where guests may enjoy the beautiful reef without having to get wet. The 84 meters long under water tunnel is the most popular facility in the museum, where admiring the underwater world only a glass away. Artificial bred coral reefs are also exhibited in this area.
The Waters of the World is a 3D virtual reality water free aquarium. The underwater habitat is simulated with machines in different themes. From Ancient Time Ocean, Underwater Forest, Arctic Waters and Deep Oceans, all presented electronically guiding guest to explore the waters around the world.
There are also routine shows: Belugas show, Swimming with tropical fish, and Feeding show.
National Museum of Marine Biology and Aquarium is a good place in southern Taiwan to educate the public about the ocean. Located in the southern part of Taiwan, Kenting is a popular scenic area surrounded by ocean and mountains. National Museum of Marine Biology and Aquarium would make the relaxing Kenting vacation a little more productive and educational.
1. No Slippers
2. No pets and dangerous objects
3. No flash and patting on glass windows
4. No smoking, no gums, and no betel nuts
5. No eating besides restaurant and designated area
6. Please keep your voice down at all times
7. No feeding the fish