Ban Nam Khem Tsunami Museum

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Working hours: Wed - Sun: 08:30 - 16:30

A museum created for a sorrowful occasion but very important for the memory of generations. The exhibition is dedicated to the 2004 tsunami and very effectively shows the full scale and horror of the tragedy.

The tsunami occurred on December 26, 2004 after a powerful 9.1-9.3 magnitude earthquake off the coast of Sumatra. The waves hit 14 countries, with Indonesia, Sri Lanka, India and Thailand being the most affected. About 230 thousand people died.

In the first hall of the museum you can watch a touching film in English that tells the story of a foreign boy who survived the tsunami thanks to local residents. The movie not only shows how the tragedy remained in the child’s memory, but also explains how to behave during a tsunami threat.

The tsunami museum also contains various items that miraculously “survived” the terrible events of 2004, as well as exhibits showing the process of tsunami formation.

One of the most powerful impressions is left by a fisherman’s boat that was swept hundreds of meters inland by the force of the waves. A symbolic reminder of just how devastating the power of nature can be.

Admission to the exhibition is free, but you can leave a tip or buy something in the souvenir shop. We recommend visiting this museum to learn more about natural disasters and honor the memory of those who lived through this devastating tragedy.

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