Città del Messico - poiché la prima costruzione iniziata intorno al 1785, il Castello di Chapultepec è stata una Accademia Militare, residenza imperiale, Presidenziale home, osservatorio, e ora è il Messico di National History Museum (Museo Nacional de Historia). Esso si trova sulla cima della collina di Chapultepec nel cuore di Città del Messico.
4664 x 3089 px | 39,5 x 26,2 cm | 15,5 x 10,3 inches | 300dpi
Data acquisizione:
23 agosto 2015
Ubicazione:
Chapultepec Castle, Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexico
Altre informazioni:
Chapultepec Castle, locally known as Castillo de Chapultepec, is a prominent historical landmark located on Chapultepec Hill in Mexico City, Mexico. The castle is notable as the only royal castle in the Americas used as a residence for sovereigns including Mexican Emperor Maximilian I and his consort, Empress Carlota, in the 19th century. The castle's construction began in 1785 during the Viceroyalty of New Spain as a summer house for the viceroy. Over the years, it has served various purposes including a military academy, an observatory, and a presidential residence. Today, it houses the National Museum of History, where visitors can explore rooms filled with furnishings from the castle's royal period, as well as exhibits dedicated to Mexico's history from the pre-Hispanic era to the present. The castle is set within Chapultepec Park, one of the largest city parks in the Western Hemisphere, providing a green oasis in the bustling metropolis. Its location atop Chapultepec Hill allows for panoramic views over Mexico City. The castle's architecture is a mix of styles, including Neo-Gothic and Neo-Classical, making it a unique cultural icon. With its rich history and stunning views, Chapultepec Castle is a significant part of Mexico's cultural heritage and a beacon of its past.
