Colombian National Museum

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The Colombian National Museum in Bogotá, Colombia, is one of the oldest and most significant museums in the country. Established in 1823, it is housed in a historic building that was originally constructed as a prison in the 19th century. The museum's extensive collection spans over 20,000 pieces, including artifacts from Colombia's pre-Columbian past, colonial period, and modern era. Exhibits feature a wide range of items such as indigenous pottery, religious art, historical documents, and contemporary artworks.

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