Museum

Museo del Ámbar

Museum in the former La Merced convent dedicated to Chiapas amber.

Location

Barrio de la Merced

Diego de Mazariegos s/n, Ex Convento de la Merced, Barrio de la Merced, 29240 San Cristóbal de las Casas, Chiapas, Mexico

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About this place

Museo del Ámbar de Chiapas is located in the former La Merced convent and presents a collection focused on amber from Chiapas. The Chiapas state museum directory lists more than 300 pieces on display.

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