Faro del Comercio, Monument in Macroplaza, Monterrey, Mexico
Faro del Comercio is a monument in Macroplaza that rises 70 meters high with a striking orange concrete structure. The narrow, upright form and its distinctive proportions give the tower its unique visual character.
Architect Luis Barragán designed the monument in 1984 to celebrate a centennial anniversary for the Mexican commerce organization in Monterrey. The tower emerged as a marker for this milestone in the city's business community.
The structure earned recognition as a national artistic monument and stands as a symbol of the city's commercial importance. The bright orange tower has become a known marker of Monterrey's role in trade and commerce.
Visitors can climb 346 steps to reach the top and enjoy views over Macroplaza from the tower. The monument opens on select evenings, making it a good opportunity to see the city from above.
The tower is illuminated at night by a laser system that projects a green beam into the sky, making it a visible marker after dark. This lighting technique was specially designed for the monument to enhance its presence in the evening hours.
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