Palacio National
description: The Palacio National stretches along the east side of Mexico city zocalo. Its long facade and striking red stones, contrasting white accents around the windows, doors, and columns make it vibrant and noticeable. The structure is mainly rectangular with a consistent symmetrical arches running all around the ground floor. The building is two stories along most of its length with an additional third floor. The central balcony is iconic for the independence bell. Its tall rectangular windows are evenly spaced, each framed in white stone that emphasized the palaces horizontal scale. Additionally there are four interior courtyards that are hinted through the symmetry and spacing of the doors. There are decorative iron balconies around the central section.
creator: Hernån cortés. Diego Rivera.
source: Image 1 & 2: https://www.lonelyplanet.com/mexico/mexico-city/centro-historico/attractions/palacio-nacional/a/poi-sig/1146705/1342806 Image 3: https://www.storiesbysoumya.com/national-palace-mexico-city/ Image 4 & 5: https://www.flickr.com/photos/teufelgt/4155776620
date: 1522: Palace finished construction. 1682: Reconstruction due to a fire. 1821: Renamed Palacio National after Mexican independence. 1850: assoditions of Mariana door and interior modifications. 1926: Third floor added to the palace. 1935: Diego revers famous mural painting. 2018: Became once again the presidential residence.
contributor: Kevin
format: Mexican Baroque.
language: Mexico City, Mexico.
type: Palace-Castle