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Bernard Price Institute of Palaeontology
62 Jorissen St, Johannesburg, 2001, South Africa
+27 11 717 1000 (University General Enquiry)
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Testament to the remarkable dinosaur digs of South Africa's Karoo region, the institute is a treasure trove of prehistoric artefacts. A world-renowned collection of fossils is on show and some specimens are available for handling in order to get a literal feel for things as they were. Tours can be arranged and wheelchairs can be accommodated by phoning beforehand. Moving replicas of various dinosaurs are also on offer, complete with color and sounds. There is no entrance fee.

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