A very smart, modernistic, multimedia-heavy permanent exhibition detailing the culture, history, nature and people of Colombia's Carribbean. You're advised by staff to start on the upper floor and work your way down – but there's no real reason to do this. If you want to avoid hordes of schoolkids, do the route in reverse.
Museo del Caribe
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