Stations give 'paws' for thought

Paws on the floor, eyes staring down from the ceiling and visual explanations of the large cats' eating habits adorn the space, creating a lifelike vibe.

The station, along with two similar stations that highlight Metog's geology and orchids, was the latest addition to the county's Lianhua central square in late October.

Earlier last year, the Chinese National Geography established three other stations to introduce the county's giant trees, birds and butterflies.

They have formed a matrix to inform visitors of what gives Metog its special identity, says Guo, who is in charge of the stations' designs and operations.

"These six thematic stations offer a comprehensive understanding of the area," she adds.

Each nature station incorporates a modular structure that can be customized to suit the natural, geological and cultural characteristics of different destinations. Modules can be stacked and combined based on the richness of the display content, allowing for adaptability to various settings.

Each station is the size of a shipping container — 5 meters long, 2 meters wide and over 3 meters tall — and is equipped with as many as 18 interactive devices, more than a typical urban museum.