Museum of Natural Sciences

Located at the intersection of national route No.40 and Ejército de los Andes St.
Cultural Complex Tel. No. of the Cultural Bureau of San Carlos: 02622-451137
Open Tuesdays through Sundays from 8 to 12a.m. and from 5 to 9p.m.

This museum has two halls devoted to natural sciences. Exhibits include a variety, of species of fauna from different parts of the world that were stuffed by the taxidermist Carlos Berthelemy. There is a sector dedicated exclusively to the birds and animals of the Cuyo region. The complex comprises three independent modules or vaults. One can see how different types of birds, fish, mammals and reptiles live in their respective habitats. This helps one to understand how animals with such different characteristics can share the same living space. The museum organizes guided tours for primary and secondary schoolchildren. The didactic structure of this museum is based on the existence of numerous maquettes and charts aimed at describing the location and characteristics of each species.

San Carlos
San Carlos is located on national route No. 40 (Southern Access), 102 km. away from the city of Mendoza. It lies in the Uco Valley, a region rich in beauty, history and tradition.