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The Casa Rossa Ximenes Multimedia Museum serves as the visitor center for the Diaccia Botrona nature reserve in Castiglione della Pescaia. This unique building was designed and built by engineer and mathematician Leonardo Ximenes in 1765, during the reclamation of the Maremma Grossetana, commissioned by the Grand Duke of Tuscany Pietro Leopoldo di Lorena. The complex was tasked with controlling the flow of water between the vast marshy area of Lake Castiglione and the Tyrrhenian Sea, as it was believed that malaria was due to the miasmas exhaled by the unhealthy mixing of swamp water with sea water.
Multimedia Exhibits at the Museum
The museum offers a range of multimedia exhibits that allow visitors to learn about the flora and fauna of the nature reserve. These exhibits include explanatory panels that provide information on the history and formation of the marshland, as well as the various activities that were practiced there, such as fishing, hunting, and gathering of wild plants. Traditional objects on display include fishing nets and hunting traps, providing a glimpse into the past life of the area.
Guided Tours and Birdwatching Activities
From the museum, visitors have the opportunity to book guided tours to the Diaccia Botrona nature reserve. These tours offer a variety of experiences, including excursions on foot, by bicycle, and by boat. Additionally, the museum provides opportunities for birdwatching activities, allowing visitors to observe and learn about the diverse bird species that inhabit the reserve.
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