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Museo Antropologico y de Arte Contemporaneo
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Museo Antropologico y de Arte Contemporaneo (MAAC) is a cultural gem in Guayaquil's Las Peñas neighborhood. The museum's anthropological wing showcases pre-Columbian artifacts from Ecuador's coastal and Amazonian regions, including intricate goldwork and pottery. Its contemporary art galleries feature rotating exhibitions by national and international artists, often addressing social and environmental themes. The building itself, with its modern architecture and riverside location, offers a serene setting for reflection.
Don't miss
- Gold figurines and ceremonial objects from the La Tolita culture
- Rotating contemporary art exhibitions in spacious, light-filled galleries
- Panoramic views of the Guayas River from the museum's terrace
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Ways to visit Museo Antropologico y de Arte Contemporaneo
You can visit Museo Antropologico y de Arte Contemporaneo on your own. A guide mainly adds context, what you are looking at and why it matters, and a tour can add transport or combine nearby sights into one day.
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