 | Moctezuma: Aztec Ruler at the British Museum |
| Booking to: | 24 January 2010 |
| Valid for: | Weekdays only |
| Group size: | 8+ |
| Group rate: | Tickets are £9.50 |
Event Details
This major exhibition explores Aztec civilisation through the divine, military and political role of the last elected ruler, Moctezuma II (reigned AD 1502-1520).
From his capital in Tenochtitlan (the site of modern Mexico City), Moctezuma's empire comprised much of modern highland Mexico, stretching from the Gulf Coast to the Pacific Ocean. His power was reflected in the splendour of his capital's architecture, his command of the prestigious Jaguar and Eagle military orders, and his sacrificial rituals to the gods. Moctezuma's world was unrivalled until the devastating arrival of strangers - Cortés and his Spanish fleet.
The legacy of this tumultuous event and the semi-mythical status of Moctezuma will be reassessed through the display of imposing stone sculptures and rare gold and turquoise objects, many of which will be seen for the first time in the UK.
Rediscover the world of the Aztecs and trace the foundation of modern Mexico in the British Museum's next major exhibition on great rulers.
This major exhibition explores Aztec civilisation through the divine, military and political role of the last elected ruler, Moctezuma II (reigned AD 1502-1520).
From his capital in Tenochtitlan (the site of modern Mexico City), Moctezuma's empire comprised much of modern highland Mexico, stretching from the Gulf Coast to the Pacific Ocean. His power was reflected in the splendour of his capital's architecture, his command of the prestigious Jaguar and Eagle military orders, and his sacrificial rituals to the gods. Moctezuma's world was unrivalled until the devastating arrival of strangers - Cortés and his Spanish fleet.
The legacy of this tumultuous event and the semi-mythical status of Moctezuma will be reassessed through the display of imposing stone sculptures and rare gold and turquoise objects, many of which will be seen for the first time in the UK.
Rediscover the world of the Aztecs and trace the foundation of modern Mexico in the British Museum's next major exhibition on great rulers.
Venue Information
Directions:
The main entrance to the British Museum is on Great Russell Street. There is an alternative entrance on Montague Place.
Parking:
The Museum is within the Congestion Charging Zone and there is very little parking in the area. There is limited parking in the Museum's forecourt for disabled users only. To reserve a parking space (for disabled users only), telephone the Information Desk on +44 (0)20 7323 8299.
Public Transportation:
By London Underground
Holborn (Central line and Piccadilly line)
Tottenham Court Road (Central line and Northern line - Charing Cross branch)
Russell Square (Piccadilly line)
Goodge Street (Northern line - Charing Cross branch)
Covent Garden (Piccadilly line)
Euston (Northern line and Victoria line)
View a map of the London Underground on the TfL website www.tfl.gov.uk
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By bus
The following buses stop near the Museum
1, 7, 8, 19, 25, 38, 55, 98, 242
Stop on New Oxford Street
10, 14, 24, 29, 73, 134, 390
Stop on Tottenham Court Road, northbound and Gower Street, southbound
59, 68, X68, 91, 168, 188
Stop on Southampton Row
Box Office Numbers:
020 7323 8181
Box Office Hours:
Saturday - Wednesday 10:00am - 5:30pm
Thursday & Friday - 10:00am - 8:30pm
Box Office Collection Accepted:
Please bring your booking reference and the credit card used to book.
Accessible Seating:
The Main entrance to the Museum on Great Russell Street has 12 steps with handrails at each side. There are self-operable lifts on both sides of the steps, with bells for visitors to call for assistance if required.
There is a level entrance to the Museum on Montague Place and a lift to the different floors in the Museum.
Wheelchairs are available at both entrances. If you would like to reserve a wheelchair for your visit, please contact us on +44 (0)20 7323 8299.
General Rules:
Before you enter the exhibition:
Only small bags will be allowed into the exhibition (35 x 33 x 13cm max)
Large bags, coats, umbrellas, etc. should be left in the clo
Directions:
The main entrance to the British Museum is on Great Russell Street. There is an alternative entrance on Montague Place.
Parking:
The Museum is within the Congestion Charging Zone and there is very little parking in the area. There is limited parking in the Museum's forecourt for disabled users only. To reserve a parking space (for disabled users only), telephone the Information Desk on +44 (0)20 7323 8299.
Public Transportation:
By London Underground
Holborn (Central line and Piccadilly line)
Tottenham Court Road (Central line and Northern line - Charing Cross branch)
Russell Square (Piccadilly line)
Goodge Street (Northern line - Charing Cross branch)
Covent Garden (Piccadilly line)
Euston (Northern line and Victoria line)
View a map of the London Underground on the TfL website www.tfl.gov.uk
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By bus
The following buses stop near the Museum
1, 7, 8, 19, 25, 38, 55, 98, 242
Stop on New Oxford Street
10, 14, 24, 29, 73, 134, 390
Stop on Tottenham Court Road, northbound and Gower Street, southbound
59, 68, X68, 91, 168, 188
Stop on Southampton Row
Box Office Numbers:
020 7323 8181
Box Office Hours:
Saturday - Wednesday 10:00am - 5:30pm
Thursday & Friday - 10:00am - 8:30pm
Box Office Collection Accepted:
Please bring your booking reference and the credit card used to book.
Accessible Seating:
The Main entrance to the Museum on Great Russell Street has 12 steps with handrails at each side. There are self-operable lifts on both sides of the steps, with bells for visitors to call for assistance if required.
There is a level entrance to the Museum on Montague Place and a lift to the different floors in the Museum.
Wheelchairs are available at both entrances. If you would like to reserve a wheelchair for your visit, please contact us on +44 (0)20 7323 8299.
General Rules:
Before you enter the exhibition:
Only small bags will be allowed into the exhibition (35 x 33 x 13cm max)
Large bags, coats, umbrellas, etc. should be left in the clo
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