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    Museo de la Cultura Maya

    Reflection

    Yasmin Tzib

    University of Belize

    Introduction to Belizean History


    History Reflection 2

    The museo de la cultura maya (see figure 1) is the city’s


    claim to cultural fame and “is exclusively dedicated to the
    Mayan culture” (Mendoza, 2016). This museum is considered
    the most dedicated specifically to the Mayan culture. “It has an
    important collection of authentic works as well as reproductions
    of classic pieces” (Mendoza, 2016) with replicated and also
    original artifacts which contribute to a better experience and
    understanding of the historical background of the Mayan Figure 1: Entrance of the
    culture. Museo de la Cultura Maya

    The museum was opened on 1994. It has three floors representing the three worlds of the
    Maya; the sky, the earth, and the underworld. The inside of the museum is designed like a forest
    which gives it a glimpse of the real nature (see figure 2). The exhibits represent all aspects of the
    Maya world including the social classes, politics and customs. All these features are of
    importance not only as a representation of the Mayan culture but also to understand and
    appreciate the significance and worth of this culture in
    history. After visiting the Museo de la Cultura Maya, the way
    I viewed the Mayan culture changed for the better, not only
    do I now really appreciate the culture but now I know the
    significance and contribution of the Mayan culture to
    historical knowledge.

    One of the most magnificent exhibitions is that of the


    Figure 2: Inside of Museo de Ceiba tree which roots from the first floor to the top floor.
    la Cultura Maya “The Maya use this symbol to explain the relationship
    between the cosmos and earth. The first floor represents the
    roots of the tree where the Maya underworld, Xibalba, reigns. The middle floor is the tree trunk,
    known as Earth, or Middle World, home to humans and all their trappings. The top floor is the
    leaves and branches and the 13 heavens of the cosmic Underworld.” (DeLange, n.d.). This gives
    a unique experience while stressing over the importance of the different Maya worlds (see
    figures 3,4,&5).

    Figure 3: Third floor- Figure 4: Second floor- Figure 5: First floor- the
    the sky the earth underworld
    History Reflection 3

    Within, the museum is divided into eight sections: development of the Mayan culture, the
    origins, and aspects of daily living (agriculture, commerce, science and technology, and cosmos).
    This gives an organized and informational view of the different aspects of Mayas culture (see
    figure 6).

    The museum contains displays of an ample period of the Maya civilization (see figures 7 and 8)
    of its expansion of Mexico, Guatemala, and Belize. Its relationship to nature, architecture and
    urban development, commerce, interaction with other cultures and Spanish conquerors are of
    principal theme. These displays give a detailed and vibrant outlook into the significant historical
    background of the Mayan culture.

    There were many artifacts that all represented part of history, for instance the display of
    Maya cities. These showed the structure and settling format of the Mayas. It also contains stelae
    and agronomic displays. These artifacts allow one to have a better visualization of the history of
    the Mayan culture overall.

    Figure 6: daily living section Figure 7: Maya cities Figure 8: Maya cites
    History Reflection 4

    Reference

    DeLange, G., & DeLange, E. (n.d.). Museum Of The Mayan Culture Chetumal, Quintana Roo,
    Mexico Travel Or Tour Pictures, Photos, Information, & Reviews. In DeLange. Retrieved
    May 8, 2018

    Mendoza, R. (2016, August 23). Museo de la Cultura Maya de Chetumal. In Calendaria y


    Cultura Maya. Retrieved May 8, 2018.

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