Museo Popol Vuh

Museo Popol Vuh, located at Universidad Francisco Marroquín, houses one of the most important collections of Maya and colonial art in Guatemala. The museum's name honors the famous Maya creation myth, and its exhibits span from pre-Columbian times through the colonial period. Visitors can admire intricately carved stelae, polychrome pottery, jade masks, and textiles, as well as religious paintings and furniture from the Spanish colonial era. The museum's layout guides guests through Guatemala's artistic evolution, highlighting the fusion of indigenous and European influences.

Don't miss

• Examine the detailed Maya ceramic vessels depicting mythological scenes and daily life.
• View the collection of colonial-era religious paintings and silverwork.
• Don't miss the replica of the Popol Vuh codex and related interpretive displays.

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Museo Popol Vuh

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