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Josephinum

Founded by Emperor Joseph II as the Academy of Medico-Surgery, the building was completed in 1785 and houses nearly 1200 anatomical wax models commissioned by the emperor, along with medical documents and instruments. The Josephinum is still used for research today.

Address: Währinger Straße 25
Hours: Fri Sat 10:00-18:00
Price: €2 (adults), €1 (seniors/students)
Website: josephinum.ac.at (opens in a new tab)

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