This exhibition, "Antropología (in)visible: Ríos de Cultura/s," invites you to explore the profound cultural significance of rivers. Discover how great rivers like the Tigris, Nile, and Amazon have been fundamental to the settlement, growth, and sustenance of diverse societies throughout history. Learn about their roles in communication, trade, defense, social gatherings, religious beliefs, and folklore, showcasing pieces from the National Museum of Anthropology's collection.
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This exhibition explores the profound cultural significance of rivers throughout human history. It examines how riverbanks have served as cradles of civilization, vital communication routes, and central elements in religious beliefs and daily life across various societies.
The exhibition "Antropología (in)visible: Ríos de Cultura/s" delves into the historical and cultural importance of rivers as cradles of civilization and engines of cultural development. Throughout history, great rivers such as the Tigris, Euphrates, Nile, Amazon, and Ganges have been fundamental to the settlement, growth, and sustenance of diverse societies. Rivers have served as crucial waterways for communication, trade, and defense, as well as social gathering points for celebrations and rituals. They are frequently featured in religious beliefs, mythology, folklore, and poetry, often symbolizing the passage of time or life itself. This exhibition showcases a selection of pieces from the National Museum of Anthropology's collection that highlight the diverse dimensions of rivers and their role as cultural drivers, inviting visitors on an adventure to explore 'rivers of cultures.'
Entrance is combined with the permanent exhibition.
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