The coin collection is of great interest, even if you aren't normally interested in coins. The layout struck us as odd and confusing.
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The coin collection is of great interest, even if you aren't normally interested in coins. The layout struck us as odd and confusing.
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reading the reviews before visiting syracuse we were warned about the layout of the museum before entering it. The collection is one of its kind, there is so much pottery etc. on display here they probably could have filled a museum double its size. Getting around we also got a bit lost in some of the sections , and the...
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We really enjoyed seeing the amazing array of pottery, stone, bronze etc. There was a lot of it!
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The building is terrible and the exhibits are arranged in a way that is impossible to penetrate. Perhaps the authorities were trying to recreate the feel of the Labyrinth in Crete. But--the coin exhibit is great. It is far superior to anything you'll see in Rome or at the Naples Archeological Museum. The display cases have magnifying glasses that permit...
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In the last zone. Unless you are interested, I would skip the paleolithic remains and head straight for zones C and D (the statues are in D and the best thing about the museum (in my opinion).
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A very interesting collection, but would benefit from more explanations in English.
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We found this museum interesting from an architectural point of view and filled to the hilt with treasures that were too many to really appreciate. A selection may be necessary ... .
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An excellent introduction to the archaeology of Sicily. Very well laid out. Too much to take in on one visit.
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Fantastic objects from pre classical through to Roman times, beautifully arranged.
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This was a large well laid out museum filled with Greek pottery and a very informative explanation of many parts of Sicily where the artifacts were found
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