Latin American Tower (Torre Latinoamericana) description and photos - Mexico: Mexico City
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Torre Latinoamericana description and photos - Mexico: Mexico City. Detailed information about the attraction. Description, photographs and a map showing the nearest significant objects. The name in English is Torre Latinoamericana. Photo and descriptionThe Latin American Tower is an 183-meter giant in the center of Mexico City. This is one of the first high-rise buildings erected in an earthquake-prone area. It successfully passed several earthquakes, including the strongest of them, which occurred in 1985. Two main materials were used in the construction of the giant - aluminum and glass. The 44-storey Latinoamericana was built in 1956 by the architects brothers Augusto Alvarez and Manuel de la Colina. By the way, after the first earthquake, in 1957, they received a merit award from the American Institute of Steel Structures. The building is mainly used for offices of various companies. Inside there is a high-speed elevator that will take you to the 37th floor in 30 seconds. There is a huge aquarium on the next floor, which can rightfully claim the title of the highest in the world. Another lift goes to the 42nd floor, where there is an observation deck with a cafe. The site is equipped with automatic telescopes. For lovers of heights, there is a spiral staircase that leads to another outdoor area, enclosed by a steel cage, next to it is a TV mast. In 2006, the tower celebrated its 50th anniversary. At the celebration ceremony, the 44th and 45th floors, reconstructed into the Mirador observation deck, were opened, from a bird's eye view of which you can contemplate the Mexican capital. This project was designed and implemented by Danish architect Pael Frost. Today, the museum is located on seven floors of the skyscraper - from 37th to 44th.      We also recommend reading Monastery of the Holy Cross description and photos - Israel: Jerusalem Topic: Latin American Tower (Torre Latinoamericana) description and photos - Mexico: Mexico City. |
