Torre Obispad
Torre Obispado in Monterrey, Mexico, stands as Latin America's tallest building, reaching 305.3 meters in March 2020. This impressive feat surpassed Chile's Torre Costanera. Though its name links it to a historic palace, it's merely due to proximity. Developers envisioned this mixed-use marvel to redefine Monterrey's skyline, addressing the city's need for modern living and workspaces through vertical expansion. The design prioritizes elegance, seismic resilience, and sustainability, featuring energy-efficient systems and green spaces. Housing a hotel, offices, residences, and commercial areas, Torre Obispado symbolizes Monterrey's growth, innovation, and strategic urban development.
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The weeping woman
The statue that corresponds to this magnificent legend is the "Llorona" (Weeping Woman). Located in Mexico, in the same place as the Torre del Obispado, legend has it that it is the spirit of a woman who, in a moment of despair, drowned her children and now wanders at night, lamenting and searching for her lost children, taking with her those who hear or see her.
Guerrero Chimalli
Located in Chimalhuacán, State of Mexico, the Guerrero Chimalli is a 75-meter-tall steel and concrete statue by Enrique Sebastián Carvajal. It pays tribute to indigenous warriors and symbolizes the municipality's identity. Its name, "Chimalli," comes from the Nahuatl word for "shield," representing the vital pre-Hispanic defensive piece used by Aztec warriors. This monument embodies the rich heritage and resilient spirit of the region's indigenous peoples
The alley of the Kiss
The Alley of the Kiss in Guanajuato, Mexico, recounts a tragic love story. Ana and Luis, forbidden lovers, met secretly across this narrow alley until Ana's father fatally stabbed her. A heartbroken Luis then took his own life. Today, the alley itself is a monument, where couples kiss on the third step, believing it brings seven years of happiness. This ritual ensures the enduring legend of their love lives on.
Monument to the new world
The Monument to the New World in Arecibo, Puerto Rico, is an imposing 110-meter-tall structure. Designed by sculptor Zurab Tsereteli, it's primarily crafted from bronze and steel, comprising some 2,500 pieces of bronze, steel, and copper. This grand monument was erected to commemorate the 500th anniversary of Christopher Columbus's arrival in America in 1492. It stands as a striking, though controversial, tribute to this pivotal moment in global history. Its immense scale aims to capture the significance of the transatlantic journey and its lasting impact on the Americas
Machu Picchu, Peru: A Legendary Inca Citadel
Machu Picchu, a breathtaking 15th-century Inca citadel nestled high in the Peruvian Andes, showcases incredible engineering. Built by Emperor Pachacuti, it likely served as a royal estate, spiritual center, and strategic stronghold. This site is legendary due to its "Lost City" myth and rich Inca creation myths. Its remote location, precise construction, and lingering mysteries contribute to its mystical aura, making it a monumental legend captivating visitors worldwide.
Christ the Redeemer, Brazil
Christ the Redeemer, an iconic Art Deco statue in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, was built from 1922 to 1931. Designed by Heitor da Silva Costa, with sculptors Paul Landowski and Gheorghe Leonida, it symbolizes Christ, welcome, protection, and Christian faith. The idea originated in the mid-19th century but gained momentum after WWI, driven by the Catholic Church's desire to reaffirm faith in Brazil. Conceived as a symbol of peace and hope, funds were raised nationally. Its construction atop Corcovado mountain was a huge logistical challenge. Completed in 1931, it became a global icon, representing faith and Brazil itself.
Gabriela Losada Manchola
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