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Museo Nacional de Colombia

National museum · Bogotá ·

Museo Nacional de Colombia

National museum · Bogotá ·
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"I visited the National Museum of Colombia and found it to be a must for history buffs — it's the oldest and biggest museum in the country (built in 1823), houses over 20,000 pieces and artifacts dating back as far as 10,000 BCE, and the building's former use as a prison gives it an imposing atmosphere." - Matthew Kepnes

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Exhibits span centuries and geography, with thoughtful texts.

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Ak 7 #N. 28-66, Bogotá, Colombia Get directions

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Exhibits span centuries and geography, with thoughtful texts.

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Ak 7 #N. 28-66, Bogotá, Colombia Get directions

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