Palacio de Bellas Artes

The Palacio de Bellas Artes (Palace of Fine Arts) is the most important cultural center in Mexico City as well as the rest of the country of Mexico. It is located on the west side of the historic center of Mexico City next to the Alameda Central park. The first National Theater of Mexico was built in the late 19th century, but it was soon decided to tear this down in favor of a more opulent building in time for Centennial of the Mexican War of Independence in 1910. The initial design and construction was undertaken by Italian architect Adamo Boari in 1904, but complications arising from the soft subsoil and the political problem both before and during the Mexican Revolution, hindered then stopped construction completely by 1913. Construction began again in 1932 under Mexican architect Federico Mariscal and was completed in 1934. The outside of the building is primarily Art Nouveau and the interior is primarily Art Deco. The building is best known for its murals by Diego Rivera, Siqueiros and others, as well as the many exhibitions and theatrical performances its hosts, including the Ballet Folklorico de Mexico.

Photographer:
comezone
Uploaded:
2010-02-25
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Camera:
Lomo LC-A+ (available in our shop)
Film:
Kodak Elitechrome EBX
City:
Mexico City
Country/region:
Mexico
Albums:
LC-A Race

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Mexico City

Country/Region: Mexico
Mexico City

Mexico City is one of those places that you’ll visit and want to go back as soon as you leave. The spirit of the city is unlike anywhere – it has a rich cultural history, combined with an amazingly colorful art scene, and some of the best food in the world. Formerly Tenochtitlan, capital of the Aztec empire, it is the oldest capital city in the world, and sits on a former lake bed. Make sure you brush up on the Spanish basics and respect all the languages spoken in the city, because a little goes a long way. Try EVERYTHING, from spicy street food to walking through ancient cities, and of course, bring your Lomography film and camera with you.

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