A number of archaeological objects are shown in the exhibition titled 'Saving the Cultural Heritage' in Antigua, 23 km west of Guatemala City. Exhibition organized by the 'Department of Prehispanic and Colonial Monuments (DEMOPRE)' This shows 30 pieces of archaeological objects seized from traffickers in 2007 and 2009. DEMOPRE was formed in 1975 to monitor and protect the archaeological heritage in the country. (Photo: REUTERS / Jorge And Lopez)
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