Museo del Cacao

San Cristóbal de las Casas


This chocolate museum runs along an open upstairs balcony of a cafe. Learn about the history of chocolate and how it was used by the Maya. Also on display are modern chocolate drinking vessels and utensils; exhibits cover the process of creating the delicious substance. Includes a small tasting. The chocolateria-cum-cafe is open later.


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