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Chapultepec Castle, along with Iturbide Palace, also in Mexico City, are the only royal palaces in North America which were inhabited by monarchs. It was built during the Viceroyalty of New Spain as a summer house for the highest colonial administrator, the viceroy.
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- c. 1785
Apr 18, 2019 · Located in the heart of Mexico City, Chapultepec Castle is a historic site and local landmark. Inhabited since the days of the Aztec Empire, Chapultepec Hill offers a commanding view of the sprawling city.
Learn about Mexico's fascinating history at Chapultepec Castle, a grand 18th-century palace atop a hill in Mexico City. The palace houses the National Museum of History, which showcases impressive murals and stunning stained glass galleries.
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Dec 28, 2010 · Discover Chapultepec Castle in Mexico City, Mexico: The only castle in North America to ever house European sovereigns.
Jan 16, 2020 · Chapultepec Castle stands at the top of Chapultepec Hill, overlooking the capital of Mexico City. It seems strange to have a neo-classical, European-looking castle in the middle of the metropolitan and modern downtown.
Chapultepec Castle, Mexico City. Chapultepec Park, Mexico City. Chapultepec, rocky hill about 200 feet (60 metres) high on the western edge of Mexico City that has long played a prominent role in the history of Mexico.
Easily one of the city's most visited terraces, the Chapultepec Castle offers some of the best views of the city, plus a glimpse into the country's past.