Architectural Heritage of El Oro

Reconociendo nuestra historia
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Recognizing our history

Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, May 16, 2021

1. Architectural Heritage of El Oro Marker

Los edificios restantes son inmuebles de carácter civil que fueron construidos a partir del siglo XIX, en los que se combinan diversas manifestaciones arquitectónicas propias de la región y que en conjunto adquieren especial relevancia para la armonía de esta zona, los cuales se localizan alineados a la calle, compuestos de una y dos crujias, con un sistema constructivo con base en muros de adobe, estructura de madera con cubiertas inclinadas de lamina, inmuebles que mezclan en su arquitectura la herencia colonial con la tipología arquitectónica de influencia californiana como el resultado de sus necesidades de sus pobladores a raíz de la explotación minera, todos estos elementos forman la unidad y se insertan en el lugar de manera armónica y singular.
El Oro, México – Pueblo Mágico
noviembre 23, 2013

English translation:
The remaining buildings are civil buildings that were built starting in the nineteenth century, in which various architectural manifestations of the region are combined and that together acquire special relevance for the harmony of this area. The buildings are located aligned to the street, composed

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of one and two bays, with a construction system based on adobe walls and wooden structures with sloping sheet metal roofs. The properties show a Colonial architectural heritage mixed with the architectural typology of Californian influence from he needs of the town’s inhabitants as a result of mining activity. All of these elements create a uniform look and are inserted into the place in a harmonious and unique way.
El Oro, Mexico – Pueblo Mágico
November 23, 2013
 
Erected 2013.
 
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Industry & Commerce.
 
Location. 19° 48.094′ N, 100° 7.827′ W. Marker is in El Oro de Hidalgo, Estado de Mexico (Mexico State). It is at the intersection of Constitución and 5 de Mayo, on the left when traveling north on Constitución. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: El Oro de Hidalgo MEX 50600, Mexico. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Central Mexico and specifically in Mexico City Metropolitan Area. Globally, it is in North America, specifically in Mesoamerica, on the Ring of Fire,

Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, May 16, 2021

2. Architectural Heritage of El Oro Marker

and in the Western Hemisphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain, a Spanish colony, and the Aztec Empire.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Grocery Store (within shouting distance of this marker); Manuel Somera y Piña (within shouting distance of this marker); El Oro de Hidalgo (within shouting distance of this marker); The Mexican Golden Mile (within shouting distance of this marker); Hacienda de Tultenango (within shouting distance of this marker); The Founding of El Oro de Hidalgo (within shouting distance of this marker); Chamber of Commerce (within shouting distance of this marker); El Real del Oro (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in El Oro de Hidalgo.

 

 
Credits. This page was last revised on July 7, 2024. It was originally submitted on May 24, 2021, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 148 times since then and 6 times this year. Photos:   1, 2. submitted on May 24, 2021, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia.