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National Maritime Museum

National Maritime Museum
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​The National Maritime Museum in Greenwich offers a captivating journey through maritime history, art, and exploration. Visitors can marvel at Admiral Nelson’s uniform, which bears the bullet hole from his fatal injury at the Battle of Trafalgar. The museum also showcases a remarkable collection of over 600 maritime objects in the Sea Things gallery, including a Roman stone anchor, a carved whale’s tooth, and a pocket watch worn by a Titanic disaster victim . The Pacific Encounters gallery features a real Fijian canoe, highlighting the rich maritime traditions of the Pacific islands . For those interested in the Arctic and Antarctic, the Polar Worlds gallery delves into tales of polar exploration and the indigenous communities of these regions . The museum also houses a model ship in a bottle by artist Yinka Shonibare, a striking replica of Nelson’s flagship HMS Victory . Additionally, the Pirates exhibition offers insights into the brutal history of piracy, featuring artifacts like swords, costumes, and accounts of infamous pirates such as Blackbeard and Anne Bonny . With its diverse and engaging exhibits, the National Maritime Museum provides a comprehensive exploration of maritime history and culture.

London United Kingdom
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The National Maritime Museum is situated in Greenwich, a historic area in southeast London known for its maritime heritage. Located at Romney Road, Greenwich, London SE10 9NF, the museum is part of the Royal Museums Greenwich and is within walking distance of several significant attractions. Adjacent to the museum is Greenwich Park, a large and scenic park offering panoramic views of London and the River Thames. Within the park stands the Royal Observatory, where visitors can stand on the Prime Meridian line and explore the history of timekeeping and astronomy. Nearby, the Cutty Sark, a historic tea clipper, serves as a museum showcasing Britain's maritime history. The Queen's House, an elegant former royal residence, houses art collections, including the famous Armada Portrait of Elizabeth I. Additionally, the Old Royal Naval College, with its impressive architecture, adds to the area's rich historical landscape. Greenwich is well-connected by public transport, with Greenwich Station offering rail services and the Cutty Sark DLR Station providing access via the Docklands Light Railway. The area is also accessible by riverboat services from central London piers. This concentration of cultural and historical sites makes Greenwich a compelling destination for visitors interested in maritime history and heritage.

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