Marble Museum in Tinos, Greece
Tinos Museums - The Marble Museum in Tinos, Greece is a modern facility housing the fascinating history of marble-crafting on the island, from ancient times until the present day. As the most important modern Greek marble carving center, Tinos has always been rich in marble. The museum's permanent exhibition showcases quarrying, cutting, and curving tools, along with mechanical equipment and various crafting techniques. The collection also boasts a rich display of sketches of old marble carvings from across the country. For a comprehensive look at the marble carving process, the museum offers an audiovisual system. Additionally, visitors can view a collection of photos showcasing the use of marble in various cases. Outdoor exhibitions include a hoisting machine for blocks of marble, a trolley for transportation of marble from quarries to workshops, and both finished and unfinished marble works. Formerly used in quarries, this machinery has been refurbished and is now on display at the museum. Come and explore the rich history of marble carving at the Marble Museum in Tinos, Greece.
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