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Zócalo Plaza de la Constitución
Historic city square in Mexico City, surrounded by colonial-era buildings and vibrant street life.
Also known as: Plaza Mayor · Plaza Principal
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Currency
MXN ($)
Best time to visit
December to February
Languages
Spanish
Coordinates
19.433°, -99.133°
Key facts
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The plaza is the largest city square in Latin America, covering 48,000 square meters.
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It is home to the Mexican flag's largest flagpole in the world.
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The plaza hosts numerous cultural events, including the annual Day of the Dead celebrations.
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Timeline
1521: The Spanish conquistadors led by Hernán Cortés build a marketplace on this site.
1692: The current plaza is established with the construction of the Metropolitan Cathedral.
1821: The Mexican War of Independence is declared here by Agustín de Iturbide.
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