The Bogotá Gold Museum
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The Bogotá Gold Museum is one of the largest gold museums in the world, located in the Colombian capital. Founded in 1823 as part of the National Museum, it focuses on pre-Columbian gold and silver pieces, officially becoming the Gold Museum in 1938. With a collection of 52 thousand pieces, standing out for its cultural richness, the museum has undergone transformations over the years, challenging the linear narrative of "national identity". Its exhibitions, such as "Cosmologías y Simbolismo", explore indigenous culture and invite visitors to understand life before colonization. The museum highlights the ethical complexity of its collection, admitting irregular acquisitions, and highlights the importance of an inclusive approach to history, recognizing the diversity of indigenous cultures and their contributions to Colombia's national identity... Did you know?
