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The National Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City is one of the most important museums in Mexico and the world for its collection of pre-Columbian art and artifacts. The museum was inaugurated in 1964 and has since become a must-visit destination for those interested in Mexican history, art, and culture.

The museum is located in Chapultepec Park and covers an area of more than 79,000 square meters, with 22 exhibition halls distributed over two floors. The exhibits showcase the history and culture of Mexico's indigenous peoples, from the pre-Columbian era to the present day. The museum's collection includes over 600,000 artifacts, many of which are on display in the museum's halls.

The museum's most famous exhibit is the Aztec Calendar Stone, which is also known as the Sun Stone. This massive carved stone disc weighs more than 24 tons and measures 3.6 meters in diameter. It was originally located in the Aztec capital city of Tenochtitlan and is considered one of the most important examples of Aztec art and astronomy.

Other highlights of the museum's collection include the Olmec colossal heads, Mayan jade masks, and the Tláloc monolith, a massive carved stone sculpture that depicts the Aztec rain god. The museum also has exhibits on the lifestyle and culture of Mexico's indigenous peoples, including their traditional clothing, musical instruments, and religious practices.

The museum is open every day except Mondays and some national holidays, and there is an admission fee for visitors. Guided tours are available in English, Spanish, and other languages, and audio guides are also available for an additional fee.

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