Torre de Tlatelolco, Modernist office tower in Nonoalco-Tlatelolco, Mexico City, Mexico.
Description
The Torre de Tlatelolco is a 24-story modernist office tower in the Nonoalco-Tlatelolco neighborhood that features white marble cladding over a metallic frame structure. The building showcases the architectural style of its era while serving as a cultural and educational venue.
History
The tower was built in 1960 and originally served as the headquarters for Mexico's Foreign Ministry. Later it transitioned into an educational and cultural institution, becoming part of the university system.
Culture
The tower houses the Blaisten Collection, displaying significant Mexican artworks within the University Cultural Center Tlatelolco of UNAM. Visitors can explore these pieces distributed across different floors of the building.
Practical
The building is easily accessible in central Mexico City and sits within an active academic and cultural neighborhood. Visitors should be aware this is a functioning educational campus where hours may vary based on events and programs.
Did you know?
The tower was constructed with advanced seismic shock absorbers to withstand earthquakes in this geologically active region. This technical solution was innovative when built and remains a defining feature of how the structure functions.
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