The Zocalo is one the biggest square in the world and it is the symbolical centre of the city and the country. It is surrounded by several government buildings and the Cathedral Metropolitana. Unfortunately when we were visiting the city, there was an exposition about science and a huge white tent was covering the Plaza so I could not take any good pictures on the Zocalo!
Palacio Nacional:
The National Palace is the main office of the executive power of the nation. It is a three storey building and some areas can be visited free. Inside the patios, the work of Diego Rivera can be admired, relating the history of Mexico. There is also an important area dedicated to Benito Juarez and the botanical gardens.
Templo Mayor:
The area of the Temple Mayor partially correspondsto the place where the Aztec Empire carried out religious and ceremonials. On the picture the archeological site. Close the museum which is displaying pieces of Aztec Art.
Catedral Metropolitana y Sagrario:
It was the main religious center during the Spanish colonial period, itys architecture combines 5 different styles. It is the biggest church in Latin America, within it, outsatanding pieces of art and a crypt where all the city's bishops are buried. The first picture was taken from the Zocalo. Inside, it was absolutely amazing, clear and bright.
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