The Museum of the Natural History of Bees
The people of the “Melissokomiki Dodekanisou” are people with love and passion for beekeeping. They have created the Museum of the Natural History of Bees. The museum can host groups or individuals, offering various exhibits concerning beekeeping from 200 years ago to nowadays. The exhibition includes:
- A presentation of old and modern beekeeping methods (e.g. handling beehives, a demonstration of the way honey is extracted, the production of wax, pollen, royal jelly, propolis etc.).
- Transparent beehives used for observation purposes, where one can safely study the bees’ way of living in their own “home”.
- Information about bees’ lives and their products with audio-visual media (video, projector-cinema, DVD, CD-ROM etc.).
- A collection of the farmers’ and the beekeepers’ tools.
- A tour in the modern production area (available after booking an appointment).
- Analysis of the natural characteristics of honey and other bee products in a quality control laboratory.
- Bee garden outside.
- Big inside and outside space with refreshment area for the guests.
- Easy access on Faliraki-Airport Avenue with a big parking space.
- Selling point of the bee natural products and beekeeping equipment.
The visiting Hours: Monday – Saturday: 08.30 – 15.30 & Sunday: 10.00 – 13.00 (June – September).