Dynamotion Hall

The Science City in Kolkata is a captivating haven for science enthusiasts as well as school students. With various interactive exhibitions, awe-inspiring demonstrations, and genuinely immersive displays, it’s like a playground of discovery for all ages. This place has something for everyone. For example, the planetarium’s cosmic journey, as well as the live experiments, are really mind-blowing. However, the Dynamotion Hall is another place to explore in the city. It’s situated on one side of the dynamotion building whereas the other side is for the reflection area. In the reflection area, the ‘3D’ shows are shown.
There are lots of interactive exhibits in the hall based on science and technology for both education and entertainment purposes. It is an innovative attempt to explain scientific things. That is why this place is a must-visit place for school students. The Science City authority planned this Dynamotion Hall purely to enhance the knowledge as well as the interest of the school students. All scientific matters related to our life are beautifully exhibited here. You can visit this place with your family, friends, and children.

Attraction

The exhibitions of this place are top-notch. The combination of technology and hands-on experiments is outstanding. It is also helpful to keep you engaged and mindful. As a result, you can memorize them easily, too. The physics displays here are particularly impressive, making complex concepts and theories easy to understand. The aquarium is fascinating, too. It can be a great place for anyone who is looking to expand his knowledge and have fun at the same time.You must take your kid here at least once. This is because many interactive exhibits on science and technology are offered here for both educational and entertainment purposes. Hands-on activities that make the learning an enjoyable and immersive experience. There are friendly and knowledgeable staff. They explain the scientific principles behind the exhibits. There are well-maintained facilities with clean toilets available for everyone. It is, indeed, a great place for families, school groups, and anyone curious about the wonders of the universe and science.

History

The Science City of Kolkata was opened on July 01, 1997. It consists of two facilities: i. the Science Centre and ii. the Convention Centre. The Dynamotion Hall, which is a part of the Science City, is in the Science Centre complex. There are Space Odyssey, Maritime Centre, Science Exploration Hall, Earth Exploration Hall, and a sprawling Science Park inside the complex. This place serves as a great place for entertainment and knowledge. People from all over India come to visit this place.

Inside/Outside Views

Scientific phenomenon can be appreciated and understood better when it can be seen happening in front of eyes. This large ‘spiral shaped’ building offers a thrilling journey to the world of science. The aqua mobile: a plethora of interactive exhibits on physical science. The energy ball exhibit complements the building’s unconventional architecture. Here, you can create music while walking on the floor piano, make soap bubbles that easily float in the air, make a large dish float in the air or peep into a well of infinite depth, and maneuver the floating ball. Such exhibits really make you feel more alive and keep you engrossed in scientific discovery.
There is a ‘mirror maze,’ which is quite interesting too. It is an interactive exhibit displaying the effects of motion and placement on our visual perception. Another interesting thing is the Time machine. A time machine is basically a machine that will make you feel like you are traveling in time (actually, it is not time traveling but synchronization between motion and visuals). It is a fully closed chamber, and it is controlled by a hydraulic motion control system with a screen in front and provides a virtual experience of space flight or, you can say, a journey into an unknown world.Within the Dynamotion Hall, you can see various sections like Illusions, Power of Ten, Butterfly Enclave, Nano Lab, Science Show, and many more. The Power of Ten is a ‘panel-based exhibition’ where 43 exhibits showcase the secrets of the universe. We highly recommend you visit this place if you are a science enthusiast.

Entry & Others Fees

Science City, Kolkata Entry Fee: INR 60.00
Science on a Sphere: INR 40
Time Machine: INR 30
3D Space Theatre: INR100
2D Space Theatre: INR 80
Road Train: INR 20
Ropeway: INR 60

For other events of Science City, Kolkata:

Evolution of Life – Dark Side: INR 40
3D Show: INR 30
Panorama Show on Human Evolution: INR 60

How to Reach

By road: It is situated in Kolkata’s ‘East Topsia’ area. From the busy area of Kolkata, the Dynamotion Hall is only 8 km away. Kolkata is well connected with other major cities like Siliguri, Delhi, Ghaziabad, Mumbai, etc. And from Kolkata city, you will get local transport to reach the site.

By air: The closest airport, ‘Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport’ (which is an international one), is almost 16 kilometers away from this area which is in Dum Dum, Kolkata. You can visit this place from outside of India. Apart from that, there are airports in Delhi, Mumbai, or Lucknow that offer direct flights to Kolkata. From the airport, you can easily get local transport to reach the site.

By train: The closest railway station from the Dynamotion Hall is only 5 km away at the ‘Sealdah Station’. This station is well connected with major areas of the country. From the station, you will get local transport so that you can reach the site.

Tips for Travellers

Please wear suitable and comfortable clothes according to both culture and seasons.
• Don’t forget to follow the code of conduct.
• If you are visiting Kolkata for the first time, try to visit in a group for safety purposes.
• Please stay away from total strangers.

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