Calima Gold Museum
Museo del Oro Calima
Small gold museum run by the Bank of the Republic, showcasing the gold ornaments and pottery of the Calima culture; free admission.
The Calima Gold Museum is run by the Bank of the Republic of Colombia, as part of the same system as the Bogotá Gold Museum. It is smaller but refined, and mainly displays gold crowns, chest ornaments, nose rings and pottery of the Calima culture of the western Cauca Valley, which dates from around 1500 BCE. It also explains the crafting techniques and religious significance of these objects. Entry is free, a visit takes about 45 minutes, and the museum is located opposite La Merced near the cultural center. Closed on Sundays and Mondays.
Opening hours
Tue–Sat approx. 09:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Teatro Municipal Enrique Buenaventura
- La Merced Church & Archaeological Museum
- Torre Mudéjar & San Francisco Church
- Bulevar del Río
- Plaza de Caicedo
- La Ermita Church
- San Antonio Neighborhood
- San Antonio Hill & Chapel