To appreciate the genius of the
Classic Maya artists and scribes, a visit to the Museo Popol Vuh is essential.
Although 90% of the visitors to Guatemala visit Antigua or Chichicastenango,
and perhaps 50% visit Tikal, too few reach the museums. The exhibits
are well designed in a modern manner. The building is new and looks suitably
impressive.The exhibits include a colorful display of animals in Maya
art. In addition to pre-Columbian art, the museum has a really nice selection
of Spanish colonial art.
Front of a large Quiche burial urn, picturing a jaguar emerging from a monster.Museo Popol Vuh, Universidad Francisco Marroquin.
Front of a large Quiche burial urn, picturing a jaguar emerging from a monster.Museo Popol Vuh, Universidad Francisco Marroquin.
