Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Location
About
The Archaeology Museum of Pasca, located in Pasca, Colombia, is an important repository of Pre-Columbian artifacts, showcasing a rich collection of items from various indigenous cultures of the region. The museum's notable exhibits include Muisca mummies and a replica of the Balsa Muisca, a golden raft symbolizing the El Dorado rite. The museum also displays textiles from the Muisca culture and artifacts from other significant cultures such as the Tairona, Calima, Quimbaya, Sinú, San Agustín, and Tierradentro. Founded in 1969 by Father Jaime Hincapié Santamaría, the museum also features a botanical garden and an insectarium. This institution offers a glimpse into the cultural and ritual life of ancient Colombian civilizations, highlighting their artistic, religious, and social practices.
Archaeological Features
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Burial and Funerary Structures
Historical Timeline
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