Chulalongkorn University Museum of Natural Medicine
The Chulalongkorn University Museum of Natural Medicine, housed on the third floor of the Osothsala Building within the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, serves as a remarkable repository documenting the evolution of pharmacy and traditional medicine from ancient times to the present. Opened on Ma...
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Established
2001
Affiliated Institution
Chulalongkorn University Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Collection Size
Extensive collection of medicinal specimens and instruments
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Opening Hours
Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Closed on public holidays
Admission Fee
Free
Accessibility
Located on 3rd floor of Osothsala Building
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Opening Hours
Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Closed on public holidays
Admission Fee
Free
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Located on 3rd floor of Osothsala Building
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Transportation
BTS Skytrain to Siam Station or National Stadium Station, with university shuttle buses available from both stations. MRT to Sam Yan Station (12-minute walk to campus).
Nearby Attractions
- •MBK Center (Mahboonkrong)
- •Siam Square
- •Siam Paragon
- •Central World Plaza
- •Bangkok Art & Culture Centre
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