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El Zócalo, also known as la Plaza de la Constitución, is the main square of Mexico City. It is one of the largest city squares in the world. El Zócalo used to be the main center of the Aztec Capitol Tenochtitlán.
El Palacio Nacional, or National Palace, has been the seat of Mexico's federal government since at least the age of the Aztecs. Many works of art are incorporated into el Palacio Nacional. Independence Day is celebrated here on September 16th.
The oldest and largest cathedral in Latin America is la Catedral, also known as la Catedral Metropolitana. It rests on the site of the Templo Mayer, one of the main temples of the Aztec capital Tenochtitlán. La Catedral was built in 1567.
LA PALACIO DE BELLAS ARTES
La Palacio de Bellas Artes (Palace of Fine Arts) is considered one of the world's most beautiful buildings. La Palacio de Bellas Artes has amazing world-class exhibitions open to the public. At the buildings National Theater, international artists appear regularly. It is a truly amazing place.
La Zona Rosa is a neighborhood in Mexico City. It is known for its eccentric shops and exciting nightlife. It also has a recently established Korean community. It is a good place to get together with friends.
El Parque de Chapultepec, or Chapultepec Park, is the largest city park in the world. One of its most popular attractions is the ginormous zoo. The park and zoo were founded in the 1400s.
EL MUSEO NACIONAL DE ANTROPOLOGIA
El Museo Nacional de Antropología (The National Museum of Antropology) is one of the most important museums in Mexico. This museum contains one of the largest collections of anthropological and archaeological artifacts in the world. The museum is almost 20 acres, making it one of the most impressive facilities in the world.
