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Besalu Micromundi Museum of Miniatures

Besalú, Spain

Medieval village and microminiature museum. 

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Located in the picturesque medieval village of Besalu, the Museum of Miniatures contains thousands of miniature scenes from 19th century shops to a camel caravan in the eye of a needle.

Opened in 2007 by artist Lluis Carraras, the collection is made up of contributions from artists around the world.

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http://www.museuminiaturesbesalu.com/

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