Morisco Kiosk, Neo-Mudéjar kiosk in Santa María la Ribera, Mexico.
Description
The Morisco Kiosk is an octagonal pavilion in the Santa María la Ribera district of Mexico City, designed in neo-Mudéjar style. Its eight symmetrical sides display elaborate wrought iron work and a glass dome with geometric ornamentation.
History
The pavilion represented Mexico at the New Orleans World's Fair in 1884 and was later brought to Santa María la Ribera. Over time, it changed location several times within the city before finding its current spot in Alameda Park.
Culture
The structure takes its name from the Moriscos, Muslim inhabitants of Spain, and displays their geometric patterns in wrought iron and glass. The octagonal layout allows visitors to view the decorations from different angles and discover the symmetry of the metalwork.
Practical
The pavilion stands in Alameda Park of Santa María la Ribera at the corner of Dr. Atl and Salvador Mirón streets. The open design allows visitors to view the ironwork closely and admire the dome from below.
Did you know?
The entire construction can be disassembled into individual panels that can be transported separately. This feature made it possible to bring the structure back to Mexico after its presentation in the United States and later move it within the capital.
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