Mexico City is the most important city in Mexico. Apart from being Mexico’s capital the city is important on a global level culturally, and as a financial centre. Any visitor who has 72 hours to spend in this massive city should make a note of the following ’must see' places.
Historic Centre of Mexico City
This area of Mexico City has been made a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. One of the big attractions here is the Major Temple, which consists of the ruins of an Aztec temple that was discovered as recently as the late 1970s. Close to the ruins of the Aztec temple are the impressive Metropolitan Cathedral and National Palace in Constitution Square.
The Angel of Independence
Created in 1910 to mark the centenary of the start of Mexico’s War of Independence, the Angel of Independence can be found in the downtown part of the Mexican capital. It’s also a place that offers a great photo opportunity. This golden statue is one of the most famous landmarks in Mexico City, and is often a gathering point for celebrations and demonstrations alike. At the base of the Angel of Independence is a mausoleum, where some of the heroes of Mexico’s struggle to gain independence are interred.
