Mexiko City, Mexiko - Seit dem Bau der ersten um 1785 begonnen, das Schloss Chapultepec hat eine Militärakademie, kaiserliche Residenz, Presidential home, Sternwarte, und ist jetzt von Mexico National History Museum (Museo Nacional de Historia). Es befindet sich auf der Spitze des Chapultepec Hügel im Herzen von Mexico City.
4664 x 3089 px | 39,5 x 26,2 cm | 15,5 x 10,3 inches | 300dpi
Aufnahmedatum:
23. August 2015
Ort:
Chapultepec Castle, Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexico
Weitere Informationen:
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.
