Monument to Enrico Martínez, Stone monument next to Metropolitan Cathedral, Mexico City, Mexico.
The Hypsographic Monument consists of a stone pedestal with measurement indicators and a sculpted figure commemorating cartographer Enrico Martinez.
Construction of the monument began in 1877 under Vicente Riva Palacio's initiative and reached completion in 1881 as a tribute to the mapping expert.
The monument originally contained water level indicators measuring the depth of Lake Texcoco, reflecting Mexico City's connection with water management.
Located at coordinates 19.434096, -99.133508, the monument stands near multiple transportation options and major attractions in the historic center.
The base of the monument includes official reference measurements for both the metric system and imperial yard standards.
Location: Mexico City
GPS coordinates: 19.43410,-99.13351
Latest update: March 8, 2025 23:08
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