The story can be reflected in more than one aspect in a country and in the case of the Independence from Mexico, there are many buildings and constructions around the country that are dedicated to telling the most valuable stories of the event. If the walls of these buildings could speak we are sure that they would have an infinite number of stories about the history of this country and best of all, most can be visited.
In Mexico, architecture is one of the main representatives of culture and history And that is why we create a list with the key and most representative buildings of the independence warlike the Cathedral of Dolores, the Alhóndiga de Granaditas, etc.
Alhóndiga de Granaditas
Guanajuato, Guanajuato
Recognized as The main scenario of independencehere on September 28, 1810 «El Pípila» burned the door of the Alhóndiga, which allowed the entry of the insurgent army that Subsequently they helped defeat refugees Already the realistic troops.
House of the Viceroyes
Ecatepec, State of Mexico
Currently this establishment is a museum known as the Casa de Morelos Community Center and it was where the priest, military and political José María Morelos y Pavón was imprisoned and shot on December 22, 1815.
Basilica Collegiate of Our Lady of Guanajuato
Guanajuato, Guanajuato
In this establishment the heads of the insurgents were exposed before being transferred to the Alhóndiga de Granaditas. The Basilica is considered one of the most emblematic structures in the city of Guanajuato, Mexico and is located in the Plaza de la Paz, in front of the plate that names the center of Guanajuato as a World Heritage.
Sanctuary of Jesús Nazareno de Atotonilco
Atotonilco, Guanajuato
This sanctuary is not so well known but in reality it played a role of high importance in the independence of Mexico Since this temple, the priest Miguel Hidalgo took the famous banner with the image of the Virgin of Guadalupe which was subsequently used as an insurgent army flag.
Imperial Palace
CDMX
The Imperial Palace, today CDMX Palace, is one of the most important constructions in Mexico in general and is also one of the most important buildings in the history of Mexican independence thanks to the fact that on September 28, 1821, It was in this establishment where the first session of the Provisional Government Board was held In the agreement hall.
Temple of the ex-convent of San Bernardino
Taxco, Guerrero
The building dates from 1592, so es of the oldest of Taxco already early nineteenth century was housed in the Agustín de Iturbide building. Within this incredible temple The Iguala Plan was written or of the three guarantees in 1821, through which the independence of Mexico was achieved.
Metropolitan Cathedral
CDMX
The Metropolitan Cathedral of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary of the Heavens of Mexico City is the headquarters of the Primada Archdiocese of Mexico and is located on the north side of the Plaza de la Constitución in the Historic Center of Mexico City and It is recognized as one of the most beautiful churches in the country. In this space on September 28, 1821, the Plan of Iguala and the Treaties of Córdoba swore.
The Angel of Independence
CDMX
Finally, el famous monument to independence or column of independence is an honorary column that is in Mexico City, in the roundabout located at the confluence of Paseo de la Reforma Avenue. The Angel of Independence is a mausoleum to the heroes of Independence and is recognized as one of the most important monuments in the country.
All these buildings are representative of Mexican history and you can currently visit them to learn a little more about the independence of Mexico.