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Costanera de la Ciencia s/n | Al lado del puerto turistico, Valdivia 5090000, ChileMap
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  • Borinquen61
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    Be sure to take a look at this!

    Very interesting to read about this. Initially, is was used as proof of a rotating Earth, but its erratic changes in movement more likely prove there are electromagnetic forces surrounding the Earth t...

    Reviewed on Mar 7, 2019
  • Millet02
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    Lovely

    This is a beautiful Foucault pendulum set in the boardwalk. I find them mesmerizing to watch. Go back more than once in the same day to see the change!

    Reviewed on Jan 3, 2019
  • duhamelxolot
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    Beautiful scientific icon from the science institute

    It is beautifully crafted, 13 meters tall and a 7 sec oscillation period. The Center for Scientific Studies donated this pendulum to the community after the 2010 earthquake and was part of the reconst...

    Reviewed on Jul 11, 2017
  • Laly912
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    Science

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    The pendulum is of scientific interest, shows the rotation of the Earth planet. But, more clear and teaching information is needed of the Rotation Movement, especially for children.

    Reviewed on Aug 26, 2022
  • mgl1803
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    Improve the explanation that it is

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    This pendul is very well located in front of the Valdivia River, but it has unfortunately no explanation of how it is and how it marks the time.

    Reviewed on Feb 21, 2022
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