In the very north of Europe there is a unique aquarium. Murmansk placed various Arctic animals, including seals. Residents and guests of the city can not only admire them, but also see what these artists can do.
What is the oceanarium famous for?
Why is everyone so attracted to this aquarium? Murmansk opens its gates to all tourists, and immediately sends many to this place. The most amazing thing here is the unique artists. The most beloved among the local public is the Phil seal. He is the owner of a kind of record. Among his relatives, gray seals, this is the oldest, who still appears on stage. Most recently, he turned 28 years old.
Another star thanks to which everyone knows the Murmansk Oceanarium is the sea hare Dick. It is also unique. There is no other such trained sea hare in the whole country. Moreover, he knows how to play musical instruments. Such entertainment in Murmansk is only there.
Well, the most famous and numerous artists of the oceanarium are seals. They have a lot of circus performances, which make laugh not only children, but also their parents.
Schedule
So, how does the Aquarium in Murmansk. 5 days a week. The weekend here is non-standard - this is Monday and Tuesday. These days you will not be able to see the performances of marine artists, they relax and rehearse new programs.
On all other days, three performances were prepared for the audience. The first (at 11 am) - for those who are not too lazy to get up early. Then immediately after lunch (at 15 hours) and the final - at 17 hours.
An adult ticket will cost 500 rubles, a child will cost 100 rubles cheaper. Kids up to 3 years old can get to the show absolutely free.
History of the Aquarium
The oceanarium opened its doors in 1984 for the first time. Murmansk at that time was still not as popular with tourists as it is today. The city was just starting to attract visitors from all over the globe.
It all started with the opening of a unique laboratory for the study of marine mammals. The results of the work of scientists shocked everyone - it turned out that Arctic seals can be taught circus numbers. After that, hard work with coaches began.
In 1992, the first Arctic performance of trained seals took place. Then it took place under the open sky on Semenovsky Lake. Such entertainment in Murmansk was still new.
Naturally, such a complex could not work all year round, so the question arose about the construction of a stationary building. Its construction began in 1995. A year later, on the anniversary of the 80th anniversary of the city, the oceanarium first opened its doors. Murmansk has become a city in which circus seals can be seen year-round.
The uniqueness of the aquarium
Today, the Murmansk Aquarium remains the only complex in all of Europe in which not only circus performances with Arctic artists are held, but also research work continues.
Plus, it is a multidisciplinary educational center where schoolchildren and students can learn all about animals in the Arctic; lectures and demonstration classes are regularly held here. To learn all the secrets of these marine mammals failed so far.
Another of the main activities of this institution is conducting educational tours for children and adolescents. From the age of 4, children are shown educational films about the harsh nature of the Arctic, and a special program from first to eleventh grade has been developed for schoolchildren.
Teachers and researchers of the Pedagogical University are constantly developing new educational programs for students of different ages. Including - for children with disabilities.
And those who are imbued with sincere love for these animals are recorded in the Kitten Club. In it, schoolchildren prepare to participate in scientific and practical conferences, develop their own projects and scientific works, and are engaged in research. You can get to classes both in an organized group and individually. It all depends on the subscription you purchased.
"Do not spill water"
This is the name of the special program of the Murmansk Aquarium prepared for newlyweds. It has become a tradition for many young families to call here on the way from the registry office to a restaurant. After all, these are unforgettable impressions with which their happy family life begins.
Newlyweds can not only order a photo session with Arctic marine animals, but also register a marriage in the oceanarium. The program has been running for almost 10 years. Over the years, more than fifty pairs have taken advantage of this unique opportunity.
The main marriage manager is the star of the oceanarium - Philip. This is a gray seal about 2 and a half meters long. He was born under the happy North Star, so he now transfers his luck to every couple of newlyweds.
In addition to registering marriage, seals organize circus performances for guests, give young people a special gift and a special certificate.