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La Torre Latinoamericana : Mexico City

La Torre Latinoamericana In the corner of Cardinal red Madero and Lazaro (before San Juan de Letrán) the famous Latin American Tower, the building upper of the country is until the construction of the tower of PEMEX. To the north the Palace of Beautiful Arts can be admired, imposing construction of marble of Carrara that lodges in its interior murals of Creek, Orozco, Siqueiros, Tamayo and González Camarena. Next to the palace is the Central Tree-lined avenue with the Chamber to Juárez in its South part. A street advanced sees the recent Seat of Solidarity. The Latin American Torre is

Acuario Piso 38: Mexico City

Acuario Piso 38: Mexico City Come and visit one of the highest aquariums in the world! Located in the 38th floor of the famous Torre Latinoamericana is where you will find salt and fresh water fish. And if you like excitement, you can check out the serpentarium that is also found here. Of course the view of the city from this height is also included in the visit. Admission is $22 for children and $25 for adults. nearest train: Bellas Artes open hours: 10am-8pm Daily Address Eje Central Lázaro Cárdenas y Francisco I. Madero Colonia Centro México D.F. MX, 06010

Mexico Soccer Coach May Be Out

Mexico Soccer Coach May Be Out Ricardo Lavolpe is not likely to continue as Mexico coach when his contract expires after the World Cup. Mexican club owners will meet soon to decide Lavolpes future, but the coach is expected to be shown the door, Mexican Football Federation president Alberto de la Torre said. He said the Mexican manager has offers from Argentine and European clubs. I think he will not (continue), de la Torre told Mexican channel Televisa. He wants to coach in Europe. He was telling me he has an offer from Spain, and also has offers from Argentina, so hes

Lázaro Bruzón Wins International Chess Event in Mexico

Lázaro Bruzón Wins International Chess Event in Mexico Lázaro Bruzón won the annual Carlos Torre Repetto International Chess Tournament that concludes Thursday in the Mexican city of Mérida. Bruzón, the Cuban national champion and the best-ranked Latin American player with an ELO rating of 2677 units that places him 26th in the world list of the International Chess Federation (FIDE), beat Polish GM Michal Krasenkow (2655). Playing by the Wimbledom system, Bruzón and Krasenkow tied in the two classical games and in the two rapid games of 10 minutes. Bruzon’s success came in the first of the five-minute tie-break games, in 64

Katrina echoes Mexico City’s 1985 quake

Katrina echoes Mexico City's 1985 quake For Mexico City, Hurricane Katrina had strong echoes of the earthquake 20 years ago that toppled buildings, hit the poor hardest and shook Mexicans' faith in government. The skyline is soaring as the capital marks the 20th anniversary Monday of the earthquake that killed at least 9,500 people and leveled whole sections of the city. But some scars are still visible and scientists say the city may be unprepared for the next quake. "That the poor were the ones that couldn't evacuate (from New Orleans) is something that caught our attention," said Luis Wintergerst, the city's director

Lázaro Bruzón Wins International Chess Event in Mexico

Lázaro Bruzón Wins International Chess Event in Mexico Lázaro Bruzón won the annual Carlos Torre Repetto International Chess Tournament that concludes Thursday in the Mexican city of Mérida. Bruzón, the Cuban national champion and the best-ranked Latin American player with an ELO rating of 2677 units that places him 26th in the world list of the International Chess Federation (FIDE), beat Polish GM Michal Krasenkow (2655). Playing by the Wimbledom system, Bruzón and Krasenkow tied in the two classical games and in the two rapid games of 10 minutes. Bruzon’s success came in the first of the five-minute tie-break games, in

Katrina echoes Mexico City’s 1985 quake

Katrina echoes Mexico City's 1985 quake For Mexico City, Hurricane Katrina had strong echoes of the earthquake 20 years ago that toppled buildings, hit the poor hardest and shook Mexicans' faith in government. The skyline is soaring as the capital marks the 20th anniversary Monday of the earthquake that killed at least 9,500 people and leveled whole sections of the city. But some scars are still visible and scientists say the city may be unprepared for the next quake. "That the poor were the ones that couldn't evacuate (from New Orleans) is something that caught our attention," said Luis Wintergerst, the city's

Thacher Proffitt Announces Mexico City Office Relocation

Thacher Proffitt Announces Mexico City Office Relocation Thacher Proffitt & Wood LLP, a 150- year-old law firm, today announced the relocation of its Mexico City office to Paseo Tamarindos, Colonia Bosques de las Lomas. The relocation is one of many highlights in the firm's substantial growth. "The Torre Arcos is one of the most prestigious addresses in Mexico City," said Boris A. Otto, Office Managing Partner. "We chose this location because after six years we outgrew our previous accommodations. The new space will provide sufficient room to meet our goals for continued expansion." Paul D. Tvetenstrand, Chairman and Managing Partner, noted, "This expansion

Final Preview: Mexico-Argentina

Mexico go into the game both relived, if embarrassed, and possibly distracted following Fifa’s decision to let their Confederations Cup results stand despite the expulsion of two of their players for presumed doping. Aaron Galindo and Salvador Carmona were sent home on Wednesday after the pair had tested positive for the banned steroid nandrolone before the competition started. The Mexican camp initially said Galindo and Carmona had been expelled for indiscipline rather than doping. Both played in Mexico’s 2-1 win against Japan and 1-0 victory over Brazil, raising concerns that Japan, who are back home after finishing third in Group