Teeming with amazing buildings, Mexico has a lot to offer if you are an admirer of architecture. Be it ancient or modern, specially built construction is always a sight to behold. Fascinating architecture is abundant in Mexico. You will find many “intriguing” offerings to observe in a single day. Mexico is truly a place where architectural aesthetics can be explored more broadly. So, without further delay, here is a list of famous buildings in Mexico you should not miss. “CatedralMetropolitana”, oldest building: The is one of the most iconic landmarks of Latin America. This is probably the oldest and largest building there. Many tourists start their journey from here. It was constructed with stones from ancient “Aztec” ruins. The design was inspired by “Spanish Gothic architecture”. “Palacio Postal”, the grand post office: This is a grand post office that was built early in the 20th century. The architecture is a combination of various and “eclectic” designs. It was designed by the same Italian architect who oversaw the “Palacio de BellasArtes”. It is indeed a “masterpiece” of a building. “Palacio de BellasArtes”, aesthetically beautiful: This building is truly awe-inspiring. Shining white walls with pillars and lavish curves are observed externally. The abundance of the inside art is equally fascinating. The best part is the gleaming orange and yellow-hued roof, which is a magnificent sight from above. To observe this, go to the topmost floor of the opposite building. “Casa de losAzulejos”, famous for tiles: The meaning of “Casa de losAzulejos” is “House of Tiles”. White and blue colored tiles encompass both the length and breadth of the walls of the building. You will observe a magnificent view of Mexico City from this building. The tiles were made “Puebla” state and were added to this building in the 18th-century. Castillo Chapultepec, famous fro ancient architecture: Located high in the “Bosque de Chapultepec”, this magnificent construction is a perfect example of “18th-century architecture”. It was once the home to “Mexican Emperor Maximilian I” and his wife, “Empress Carlota”. Thousands of tourists visit here annually. Let me share a trivia, Leonardo DiCaprio starred famous film Romeo+ Juliet was shot in this place. Torre Latinoamericana, famous for a broader view of Mexico City: Some cities are great when you look from above. Mexico City is one such place. Torre Latinoamericana sets it apart from other skyscrapers for its impressive size. Observe the outside as far as your eye can see to enjoy the vastness of Mexico City. This construction is truly legendary. MuseoSoumaya, famous for its shine: This building was constructed recently, nearly 30 years ago. It is a futuristic model of the glittering building, which has sweeping upward curves. It is the “brainchild” of Mexican architect “Fernando Romero”. The building is marvelous both from inside and outside. “Iglesia de San Felipe de Jesus”, famous for ancient arts: This is an iconic religious place. the “Iglesia de San Felipe de Jesus” is a famous church in Mexico. This “Catholic church” is situated on “Calle Madero”, which is a few steps from the “central square”. This building was constructed for 13 years in the 19th century. The exterior decoration is “Neo-Romanesque”, while the internal mosaics followed the “Neo-Byzantine” style. So, aesthete, never miss those buildings while visiting Mexico.
