Tartarian Buildings and Architecture. 3

The image depicts the Plaza de Armas (now known as the Zócalo or Plaza de la Constitución) in Mexico City as it appeared in the mid-to-late 19th century. This specific view is a well-known lithograph created by the Mexican artist Casimiro Castro around 1860–1862.
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Key Landmarks Shown
• Mexico City Metropolitan Cathedral: The large building with twin towers on the left.
• National Palace: The long building stretching along the right side of the plaza.
• The Plaza Central: Features the "Parade Square" or "Public Square," which at the time included green space and trees, unlike the paved open square seen today.

This specific view was created by the prominent Mexican artist Casimiro Castro around 1855–1856 for the famous work México y sus alrededores (Mexico and its Environs).

Key Historical Landmarks Shown

The lithograph captures the major structures that still define the square today:
• Mexico City Metropolitan Cathedral: Seen at the upper left, its construction spanned over two centuries, beginning in 1573 and finishing in 1813.
• National Palace: The long building on the right side of the plaza, which serves as the seat of the federal executive in Mexico.
• The Plaza (Zócalo) :In this 19th-century depiction, the square features a lush garden and walking paths, a contrast to the vast, open stone-paved expanse it has become in modern times.