Mexico City Zocalo: Government Palace and Pedestrian Crossing

Mexico City Government Plaza and Pedestrians
Mexico City's Zócalo, the city's main public square, is bordered by historic administrative buildings, including the Palacio Nacional (National Palace) visible on the left and the Palacio de Justicia (Palace of Justice) on the right. The Zócalo, originally the ceremonial center of the Aztec city of Tenochtitlan, has been the site of significant historical events and public gatherings since the colonial era. Today, it remains a vital hub for civic life, with pedestrians crossing its busy intersections amidst the grandeur of its colonial architecture.
Photo taken in May 2018.
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