Four ecosystems from the Americas are recreated in a former indoor cycling track built for the 1968 Montréal Olympics.
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Four ecosystems from the Americas are recreated in a former indoor cycling track built for the 1968 Montréal Olympics.
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Synopsis
In 1994, a team of scientists undertook the ambitious task of converting a former indoor cycling track from the 1968 Montréal Olympics into the Biodôme of Montréal. This ecological park features four distinct ecosystems representing the Americas, including the Tropical Forest, the Polar World, the Laurentian Forest, and the St-Lawrence Marine Environment. The documentary captures the challenges and successes faced by the team as they work to create a space that fosters environmental and wildlife conservation.
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Why Watch
- See the transformation of a 1968 Olympic venue into a park.
- Meet the scientists behind the Biodôme project.
- Find out about diverse ecosystems in one location.
Did You Know
- The Biodôme of Montréal features 4 ecosystems from the 3 Americas.
- The indoor cycling track was built for the 1968 Montréal Olympics.
- The film was released in 1994 and has a duration of 89 minutes.
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What is the Biodôme of Montréal?
The Biodôme of Montréal is an ecological park that features 4 ecosystems from the 3 Americas, including the Tropical Forest, Polar World, Laurentian Forest, and St-Lawrence Marine Environment.
What was the original purpose of the building that houses the Biodôme?
The building was originally an indoor cycle racing-track built for the 1968 Montréal Olympics.
How long is the documentary 'The Glass Ark'?
The documentary 'The Glass Ark' has a duration of 89 minutes.
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