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Plaza de las Tres Culturas

Examples of modern, colonial, and pre-Columbian architecture, all around one square.

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Alushe de la Muerte
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Templo de Santiago
Church of Santiago
The colonial church, built by Spaniards immediately after destroying the temple in their conquest of Aztec lands, was constructed using stones "borrowed" from the temple itself. Despite its weathered appearance, the interior is well-maintained and should still hold regular Mass, although doors may not always be open to the public.
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Zona Arquelógica Tlatelolco
Tlatelolco Archaeological Site
The temple, like Tenochtitlan's Templo Mayor, was built in several layers and is now the site of continuing archaeological exploration; it occupies the largest amount of area, on the north and west side of the plaza. If you're not around for the tour, you can guide yourself along the path (complete with English plaques) that takes you through the ruins, which deposits you in front of the Church of Santiago, on the east side of the plaza.
Daily English language tours at 13:00 · Free
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1968-1993 ...ADELANTE!!