Mural and Model of Tenochtitlan

This mural and model depict Tenochtitlan, the Aztec capital, before the Spanish conquest. Located on an island in Lake Texcoco, Tenochtitlan was an urban marvel with canals, temples, and palaces. The mural illustrates the city’s vibrant life and religious importance, while the model provides a detailed reconstruction of its layout. Together, they evoke the grandeur and complexity of a civilization that thrived where Mexico City now stands.