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The Silk Museum, Como, Italy, opened in 1990 and provides a true account of the history of the silk industry in Como. In the main hall, reference is made to the art of silkworm breeding.
Address: Via Castelnuovo 1 in Como. Opening Hours: Tuesday to Friday, 9am-noon then 3pm-6pm Cost: Single - €8, Groups (of 10 or more) €5,50 each, schools €2,60
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