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Title A name given to the resource Templo Mayor Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Kevin Ruiz Language A language of the resource Mexico City, Mexico Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1325: First version built. 1487: Final version built. 1521: Destroyed during the Spanish conquest of Tenochtitlan. 1978: Rediscovered when workers found the Coyolxauhqui stone. 1987: Templo Mayor Museum opened. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource The Mexican Aztec community Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. Postclassic period Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. 19.434729307351652, -99.13188114871957 Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. - Volcanic stone - Wooden Beams - Stone - Color pigments Extent The size or duration of the resource. - 60 meters of height.<br />- The base is around 100 by 80 meters. <br />- 3 acres of land. Type The nature or genre of the resource Religious Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Mesoamerican architecture Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Image 1 &amp; 5: <a href="https://museoscdmx.com/museo-del-templo-mayor-en-cdmx/">https://museoscdmx.com/museo-del-templo-mayor-en-cdmx/</a><br />Image 3: <a href="https://www.expedia.com/Templo-Mayor-Museum-Historic-Center.d501757.Vacation-Attraction">https://www.expedia.com/Templo-Mayor-Museum-Historic-Center.d501757.Vacation-Attraction</a><br />Image 2 &amp; 4: <a href="https://smarthistory.org/templo-mayor-at-tenochtitlan-the-coyolxauhqui-stone-and-an-olmec-mask/">https://smarthistory.org/templo-mayor-at-tenochtitlan-the-coyolxauhqui-stone-and-an-olmec-mask/</a> License A legal document giving official permission to do something with the resource. Image 1,2,3,4 & 5: Creative comments Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. - MuseosCDMX.com (2025) “Museo del Templo Mayor en CDMX”. https://museoscdmx.com/museo-del-templo-mayor-en-cdmx/ - Templo Mayor Museum (Historic Center)”. https://www.expedia.com/Templo‑Mayor‑Museum‑Historic‑Center.d501757.Vacation‑Attraction (Accessed: 10 December 2025). - Dr. Lauren Kilroy‑Ewbank & Dr. Steven Zucker (2015) “Templo Mayor at Tenochtitlan: the Coyolxauhqui Stone and an Olmec mask”, Smarthistory. https://smarthistory.org/templo-mayor-at-tenochtitlan-the-coyolxauhqui-stone-and-an-olmec-mask/ Description An account of the resource <p>The Templo Mayor in Mexico City stands as the excavated remains of the principal sacred pyramid of ancient Tenochtitlan, once the spiritual and ceremonial heart of the Aztec Empire. Initially, it was a towering stepped pyramid adorned with twin temples dedicated to the gods Huitzilopochtli and Tlaloc. Its construction involved successive layers that progressively ascended in height with each reconstruction. Today, the site reveals exposed stone platforms, staircases, shrines, and offerings that showcase centuries of religious activity. It stands as an open air archaeological site in the historic center of mexico city. Its surrounding museum displays many of the extraordinary objects uncovered during excavation, allowing visitors to understand the temple’s importance as the heart of Aztec ritual life and a defining symbol of pre-Hispanic Mexico. Walkways and elevated platforms help the visitors over the ruins, offering close views of the ancient staircase, stone remains, sculpted heads of serpents, and ceremonial platforms that wreak havoc all associated with the original temple and altars. 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Title A name given to the resource Chapultepec Castle Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Kevin Language A language of the resource Mexico City, Mexico Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1785: Construction begins under Juan Vicente De Guemes 1791: Expansion and remodeling 1864: Renovations begin adding gardens, terraces and European style interior. 1914: Adapted as the Mexican military academy. 1940: Converted into the national museum of history with restoration and preservation work. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource - Miguel Constanzo. - Anotonio Gonzalez De Velasco. - Adolfo Campillo. - Carl Gangolf. Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. Colonial Era Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. 19.42055086996949, -99.18189009182335 Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. - Stone. - Masonry. - Wood. - Iron. - Stucco and plaster. - Tiles. - Volcanic Stone. Extent The size or duration of the resource. - The elevation from the sea is 7,628 feet and 200 meters sitting on a hill above terrain. - The castle is 10,000 square meters while including terraces, gardens and courtyards. Type The nature or genre of the resource Palace-Castle Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Neoclassical Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Image 1,2,3, & 4: https://www.themagazineantiques.com/article/museum-visit-chapultepec-castle-in-mexico-city/ License A legal document giving official permission to do something with the resource. Image 1,2,3, & 4: Public domain. Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. - Dalati, S., 2023. Museum visit: Chapultepec Castle in Mexico City. The Magazine Antiques, 3 May. \/ Description An account of the resource The castle sits majestically at the top of Chapultepec hill. The light colored stone with sturdy columns support the castle terraces. This enhances the structural stability and visually. The columns stretches horizontally across the hill creating huge courtyards and terraces. The towers are vertically emphasized and thick. Arched windows of varying sizes and decorative balconies break the mass of the walls, creating a rhythmic and elegant pattern. Wide stone staircases connect the terraces, emphasizing the castle’s layered, stepped form. Roofs are covered in traditional clay tiles, complementing the castles historic and timeless aesthetic. https://worldarchitecture.artinterp2.org/files/original/c9512ee8804e93f672b243c4808215bb.jpg b30719441b1b8775411ce14d5db66a18 https://worldarchitecture.artinterp2.org/files/original/0ded0bf4f643b8982cc13bfe29f41d17.jpg f1a93a5627ad5c4d2c4f3c7d46aa7594 https://worldarchitecture.artinterp2.org/files/original/b846bf0a8186de78291428c599451f28.jpg bc41e39bf4f391e7cfa5c4d26e6d9890 https://worldarchitecture.artinterp2.org/files/original/d904dfaedc35455ad8966039682cd0ff.JPG 1bc1c9c9c8f7cf1fd90dbc4e5f6f03e1 https://worldarchitecture.artinterp2.org/files/original/ce565401304c9ed1feb3eccf8ea8f2c6.jpg b171d11ab7e7235c3435a10d2208d6f0 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Casa de los Azulejos. Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Kevin Language A language of the resource Mexico City, Mexico. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource - 1600: Original building on the site constructed. - 1720: Early renovations and expansions made by noble families. - 1793: Reconstruction and remodeling. - 18th century: Application of blue and white Puebla talavera tiles. - 20th century: Minor modifications and adaptive reuse. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource - Condes del Valle de Orizaba. - Luis de vivero. Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. Colonial era Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. 19.434196106121156, -99.14020295767119 Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. - Stone. - Wood. - Ceramic Tiles. - Iron. Extent The size or duration of the resource. -Two story massive building. - The tallest point of this building is 9.3 meters. Type The nature or genre of the resource Public Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Mexican Baroque. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Image: 1,2,3, & 4: https://mexicocity.cdmx.gob.mx/venues/la-casa-de-los-azulejos/ Image 5:https://archive.org/details/moonhandbooksmex00chri/page/34/mod e/2up License A legal document giving official permission to do something with the resource. Image 1,2,3,& 4: Public Domain. Image 5: Creative comments. Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. - Humphrey, C. (2005) Moon Handbook Mexico City. 3rd edn. Emeryville, Calif.: Avalon Travel. - Ciudad de México (n.d.) La Casa de los Azulejos. Available at Description An account of the resource Casa de los Azulejos rises from the streets of Mexico City like a jewel of colonial elegance. Its upper floors shines with thousands of blue and white Talavera tiles, arranged in i geometric and floral patterns that catch the sunlight. The solid gray volcanic stone of the ground floor anchors the building, providing a stark contrast to the airy brilliance above. Corners and edges are finely carved stone details, framing the vibrant mosaics and infusing the structure with a sense of opulence. All the patterns following to the top of the building crowns the building gracefully, completing its harmonious proportions. From every angle, Casa de los Azulejos captivates the eye by seamlessly blending Baroque architectural precision with the lively colors and textures of traditional Mexican craftsmanship. https://worldarchitecture.artinterp2.org/files/original/fe476d5d5367524ff8f9a6bf8600175d.jpg fe9dac4120e156bc93d889d9f43786c0 https://worldarchitecture.artinterp2.org/files/original/121d3329ac36a183843aa09e1bff32bc.JPG ad7f4ddcfedb83eb3a1e0a116e2dbd3a https://worldarchitecture.artinterp2.org/files/original/d072fa6e5d57f53cbaeda33ba6b27455.png 53cfc359ede0f8d6e4b09563c50e55ae https://worldarchitecture.artinterp2.org/files/original/341614411e8ff366458a691f4afba027.jpg 2ca3c3499b171eb091975187263cdeb2 https://worldarchitecture.artinterp2.org/files/original/4af18e6f28f26cb67b03be0722609fa2.jpg 2fdd277cffdc157d52621e54b5330a18 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Palacio National Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Kevin Language A language of the resource Mexico City, Mexico. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 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. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Hernån cortés. Diego Rivera. Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. Colonial era Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. 19.433008211561386, -99.13131018465484 Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. - Stone. - Wood. - Ceramic Tiles. - Metal. - Pigments and Plaster. Extent The size or duration of the resource. - The palace is humungous and expansive with 200 meters of length and 80 meters of width. -The tallest point reaches 35 meters. Type The nature or genre of the resource Palace-Castle Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Mexican Baroque. Description An account of the resource 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. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived 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 License A legal document giving official permission to do something with the resource. Image 1, 2 , & 3: Creative Comments. Image 4 & 5: Public Domain. Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. - Lonely Planet (no date) Palacio Nacional | Centro Histórico, Mexico City | Attractions. - Stories by Soumya (2023) Mexico City National Palace: The Best Visitor’s Guide For 2024. - teufelgt (no date) P1070342. Flickr.