mytravels

central university city campus


states: [mexico]

category: cultural

year: 2007

location: Mexico City

region: Latin America and the Caribbean

latitude/longitude: 19.3322222222, -99.1880555555

visited: 2023

Central University City Campus

The Central University City Campus of the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a remarkable example of 20th-century modernist architecture and urban planning. Designed by prominent Mexican architects and artists, including Mario Pani and Diego Rivera, the campus integrates functional buildings with vibrant murals and sculptures, reflecting Mexico’s cultural identity. Constructed in the 1950s, it serves as a hub for education and research while showcasing innovative design harmonized with its natural surroundings.

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