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Museo del Oro Quimbaya

Top choice in Armenia


This excellent museum showcases the fine work of indigenous pre-Columbian Quimbaya goldsmiths, as well as fine ceramics and ceremonial items. There are thorough explanations in English about the culture of the Quimbaya. It's in the Centro Cultural, 5km northeast of Armenia's center. Grab bus 8 or 12 northbound on Av Bolívar.


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