Journey Through Julio Verne's Visionary Worlds: Exploring Imagination and Reality

This exhibition explores the universe of Julio Verne, examining the boundaries between fiction and reality. It delves into his imaginary worlds, scientific interests, and the influence of his meticulously documented novels on readers and subsequent discoveries. The exhibition retraces Verne's journey through his characters and inventions, his era, and the worlds he inspired.

The exhibition 'Julio Verne. Los límites de la imaginación' at Espacio Fundación Telefónica delves into the profound influence and boundless creativity of the prolific French author Julio Verne. Known for his meticulously documented yet fantastical novels, Verne captured the spirit of an era of discovery and expansion, inspiring curiosity, adventure, and knowledge in countless readers. The exhibition examines the intricate relationship between fiction and reality in Verne's work, showcasing how his imagined worlds and scientific intuitions often foreshadowed real-world advancements. Curated by María Santoyo and Miguel Ángel Delgado, the exhibition is structured as a journey through Verne's seminal works and the diverse environments they inhabit – earth, air, ice, water, space, and time. Visitors are guided by figures connected to Verne, including aristocrats, adventurers, filmmakers, journalists, and pioneers of aviation and submarines. The exhibition highlights key artifacts, illustrations, and audiovisual installations that bring to life characters like Phileas Fogg and Captain Hatteras, as well as Verne's visionary concepts, such as his explorations of the sea, polar regions, and lunar voyages. It also contrasts his visions of the future, from the cautionary 'Paris in the 20th Century' to the optimistic '89.'

Guided tours are available without reservation on Thursdays at 12:00 and 18:00, Fridays at 16:30 and 18:00, and Saturdays and Sundays at 10:30, 12:00, 13:30, 16:30, and 18:00. Booked tours are also available for groups. General admission information is not specified, but the context suggests it is part of the Espacio Fundación Telefónica's offerings.