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Museum of Amber, something new to discover in San Cristobal

The Convent of Mercy of Real City, now San Cristobal de la Casas, was the first establishment of Mercedario’s in Americas. Starting the Evangelization Fray Pedro Barrientos and Fray Pedro Benitez Lugo in 1536, staying until 1546. They return in 1624 and leave their convent in 1859.

resized_chiap050.jpgThe Museum of Amber of Chiapas was inaugurated on 4 December 2000. It is the only of its kind in Americas and the few in the world.

It features over 300 pieces on display. It is designed for both adults and children can enjoy it in a way didactic

The Collection currently outlined in the museum amounts to 350 pieces, both raw and with the most precious carvings has been seen. There are a lot of pieces of winning major competitions, as well as high quality inclusions




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