Museums in Mexico City

The past few week-ends, I have had the opportunity to visit many incredible areas here in city. One of the most comprehensive being the Museo de Antropologia de Mexico, it is located in the Parque Chapultepec. There were authentic scenes from many of the Indian cultures represented and beautiful garments worn by each. I was even able to take several photos to give you a better visual idea of what I saw! One of the textile styles were created by the Huipil Indians called "La Malinche". They date back to the pre-hispanic era. Clothing distinguished indigenous groups and economic class.

Another interesting fact from this museum is that the Nahuatl Indian language from the Nahuas Indians date back 4200 years! The definition of the Nahua = tied to Earth and Fruit.
Some of tribes represented: Los Mayos, Tepehuanos del Norte, Los Pimas, Los Papagos, Yaqui, Guarijroc, Seris, Raramuri. As you can tell the history here is overwhelming and incredibly interesting.

Represented is a depiction of the Aztec Stone, which contrary to belief does not represent a calendar, but is called The Stone of the Sun and was a sacrificial altar.

Enjoy these beautiful photos!