The two-story Museum of Taipa and Coloane History consists of nine exhibition rooms, you will find a video presentation zone and a souvenir shop. A comprehensive collection of exhibits are displayed at the different museum floors.
On the first floor, the exhibitions of the historical relics unearthed in Coloane, the stone architectural remains in the basement of the building of former Island Municipal Council, and the development of the villages, religions and culture of the islands provide an overview of the history and culture of old Coloane and Taipa.
The exhibition rooms on the second floor have different themes, including the history of the former Islands Municipal Council, a look back at agriculture and handicrafts in the old days, the architectural features of buildings in Coloane and Taipa and the recent development of the two islands. It provides visitors with a better understanding of the modern political and economical development of Coloane and Taipa.
Address : Rua Correia da Silva, Taipa
Opening Hours : 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Closed on Mondays.
Admission : Adult – MOP5.00,Student I.D. holder – MOP2.00,Group(Minimum 10 people) – MOP2.00,Free admission for under 12 or over 65 years old . (Free entrance on Tuesdays)
Tel :(853) 2882 7103 / 2882 5631
Website: http://www.iacm.gov.mo/cotaimuseum
Source: Civic and Municipal Affairs Bureau