Mummies of Guanajuato, Historical museum in Guanajuato City, Mexico.
The Museo de las Momias contains a collection of 111 naturally preserved human bodies, with 59 specimens currently displayed under controlled conditions.
The museum opened in 1969 after cemetery workers discovered naturally mummified bodies between 1870 and 1958 due to unpaid burial taxes.
These preserved remains reflect Mexican burial traditions from the 19th and 20th centuries, including infant bodies dressed according to religious customs.
The museum generates substantial revenue for the municipality and maintains regular visiting hours, making it accessible throughout the year.
The collection includes Dr. Remigio Leroy's remains from 1865, which marked the beginning of public interest in these natural mummies.
Inception: February 1, 1971
Website: http://momiasdeguanajuato.gob.mx
GPS coordinates: 21.02000,-101.26639
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:25
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