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Museo Nacional
Museo Nacional Review
The striking building that houses the National Museum was a prison until 1946; some parts, particularly the narrow top-floor galleries, maintain a sinister air. Designed by English architect Thomas Reed, the museum is arranged to give you a history of Colombia. Everything from ancient artifacts to contemporary art is on display, including works by Fernando Botero and Alejandro Obregón. The first-floor gallery is devoted to changing national and international exhibitions. There's also a café and bookstore.
- Address: Carrera 7 No. 28-66, between Calles 28 and 29Centro Internacional, Bogotá, 110311 | Map It
- Phone: 1/381-6470
- Cost: 2,000 pesos
- Hours: Tues.--Sat. 10--6, Sun. 10--5
- Website: www.museonacional.gov.co
- Location: Centro Internacional
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