# Chapultepec Castle

Mexico City, Mexico

Crowning a hill above the city, this is the only royal castle in the Americas. Begun in 1785 as a viceroy's residence, it later housed Emperor Maximilian and a military academy. Now the National Museum of History, it offers grand rooms and sweeping views.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Chapultepec Castle, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: 19.42055556, -99.18166667

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