The largest cathedral in the Americas was built over 250 years on the site of the Aztec Templo Mayor; using the very stones of the destroyed pagan temples; the Altar of the Kings is a 1718 masterwork of Churrigueresque gold-leaf excess; stand beneath the central dome at noon when the light hits the 'pendulum of stability'; which tracks the building’s slow sink into the ancient lakebed.
About Catedral Metropolitana
The largest cathedral in the Americas was built over 250 years on the site of the Aztec Templo Mayor; using the very stones of the destroyed pagan temples; the Altar of the Kings is a 1718 masterwork of Churrigueresque gold-leaf excess; stand beneath the central dome at noon when the light hits the 'pendulum of stability'; which tracks the building’s slow sink into the ancient lakebed.
Catedral Metropolitana, Mexico
Why Visit
Catedral Metropolitana is one of Mexico's defining sites — a place that rewards every visitor differently.
Insider Tips
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Catedral Metropolitana is best explored on foot — take your time and soak in the atmosphere.
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Visit at different times of day for a completely different perspective.
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Combine your visit with nearby attractions to make the most of your time in Mexico.
