Musée d'Histoire Naturelle

Réunion


Go eye to eye with lemurs and other stuffed specimens in this museum located in the Jardin de l'État. Besides impressive lemurs, you'll see a good insect and bird collection on the 1st floor.


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Nearby Réunion attractions

1. Jardin de l'État

0.06 MILES

Created in 1763, the attractive Jardin de l'État, at the southern end of Rue de Paris, is a good place to recharge the batteries and be introduced to a…

2. Musée Léon Dierx

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Housed in the former bishop's palace, built in 1845, this museum hosts Réunion's most important collection of modern art. The more high-profile works may…

3. L'Artothèque

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This contemporary art gallery hosts changing exhibitions of works by local artists and those from neighbouring countries. It's housed in a handsome pale…

5. Maison Carrère

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This meticulously restored mansion dating from the 1820s is a beautiful example of Creole architecture, with its elaborate veranda and intricate…

6. Maison Deramond-Barre

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This colonial structure dating from the 1830s was the family home of former French prime minister Raymond Barre and the birthplace of the poet and painter…

7. Mosquée Noor E Islam

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One of St-Denis' most iconic buildings, the Grande Mosquée dominates the centre with its tall minaret. Its cool white-and-green interior is a haven of…

8. Pagode Guan Di

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Blink and you'll miss this discreet pagoda, which is used by the Chinese community.

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