Museo del Ámbar, Lilia Mijangos

Museo del Ámbar'Lilia Mijangos is a unique museum dedicated to the history and beauty of amber, housed in a former 17th century monastery.

The exhibit tells the fascinating story of amber from its extraction to its processing to its finished products. Visitors can admire unusual specimens with insect and plant inclusions, and use magnifying glasses to look closely at the details.

Also on site are short films showing the process of polishing and shaping raw amber, and how to spot fakes. For a nominal fee of 30 pesos, it's a great option for geology and jewelry enthusiasts.