Edificio La Nacional

Edificio La Nacional, Mexico City (Historic sites) — Fig. 01Edificio La Nacional© Thomas Ledl · CC BY-SA 4.0

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About Edificio La Nacional

The Edificio La Nacional is a striking Art Deco office building on Avenida Juárez in the historic center of Mexico City, directly across from the Palacio de Bellas Artes. Designed by architect Manuel Ortiz Monasterio and built between 1929 and 1932, it was considered Mexico's first skyscraper with more than ten stories. At 56 meters (184 feet) tall with thirteen floors, it was the city's tallest building until 1937. Its steel frame was designed specifically to resist earthquakes, and the building came through the quakes of 1957 and 1985. In the neighboring La Nacional II, you can stop for a bite at a popular café on the eighth floor and enjoy a fine view of the Palacio de Bellas Artes and Alameda Park.

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At a glance

Category: Sight › Historic sites
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Address: Avenida Juárez 4
06050 Mexico City, Mexico
District: Centro
Phone: +525554975372
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Coordinates: 19.43412° N · -99.14110° E
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Identifier: ID d4935a99-e97…

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FAQ about Edificio La Nacional

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What is the Edificio La Nacional in Mexico City?

The Edificio La Nacional is a striking Art Deco office building at Avenida Juárez 4 in the historic center (Centro) of Mexico City. It stands directly across from the Palacio de Bellas Artes and was designed by architect Manuel Ortiz Monasterio. It was built between 1929 and 1932.

Why is the Edificio La Nacional historically significant?

The Edificio La Nacional in Mexico City is considered the first skyscraper in Mexico with more than ten stories. At 56 meters (184 feet) tall with thirteen floors, it was the tallest building in the city until 1937. Its steel frame was designed specifically to resist earthquakes, which is why the building survived the quakes of 1957 and 1985.

Can you stop for a bite at the Edificio La Nacional and enjoy the view?

Yes, in the adjacent La Nacional II next to the Edificio La Nacional in Mexico City, you can stop at a popular café on the eighth floor. From there you get a lovely view of the Palacio de Bellas Artes and Alameda Park.

What can you see around the Edificio La Nacional?

Around the Edificio La Nacional in Mexico City, you'll find numerous museums and historic sites in the immediate vicinity. travelguide195 lists the following within about 100 meters, among others: the Palacio de Bellas Artes (about 71 meters), the Mirador Torre Latino (about 53 meters), the Museo la Ciudad y la Torre a Través de los Siglos (about 38 meters), and the Museo Antiguo Palacio de Iturbide (about 45 meters). The Museo Bicentenario and the Atrio de San Francisco are also close by.

Are there restaurants near the Edificio La Nacional?

Yes, around the Edificio La Nacional in the Centro of Mexico City, you'll find a wide selection of places to eat. travelguide195 lists around 362 restaurants within 500 meters of the building on Avenida Juárez.

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