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SPECIAL EDITION CURATED BY GABRIEL OROZCO
EL COLOSO DE SANTA ÚRSULA
Introducing a special edition of Casa Dragones Joven curated by Gabriel Orozco in tribute to El Coloso de Santa Úrsula, the Mexico City stadium designed by architect Pedro Ramírez Vázquez.
A landmark of Mexican modern architecture, the stadium holds a singular place in World Cup history as the only venue to host three FIFA World Cups: 1970, 1986, and 2026.
Available exclusively in Mexico and at La Casa Dragones Showroom in San Miguel de Allende. For more information, contact concierge@casadragones.com.
PEDRO RAMÍREZ VÁZQUEZ
Pedro Ramírez Vázquez was one of the most influential architects of twentieth-century Mexico. His work captured the balance between modern design and Mexican cultural identity. Born in 1919, he became known for creating buildings that combined functionality with national pride. Throughout his career, he designed museums, public buildings, and sports venues that emphasized monumental forms and expansive public spaces while celebrating Mexico’s history and traditions. His vision helped shape the modern image of Mexico City, especially during the preparations for the 1968 Olympic Games.
THE STADIUM
One of his greatest achievements was the stadium originally inaugurated as Estadio Azteca in 1966. Over time, it came to be known as El Coloso de Santa Úrsula, in reference to the area of Mexico City where it stands. The stadium is especially remarkable for its innovative engineering, immense capacity, and the way it was partially integrated into the natural landscape, reducing the visual impact of a structure of such monumental scale. This design also improved accessibility and crowd movement, making it one of the most functional sports venues of its era. More importantly, the stadium became a symbol of Mexican modernity and national pride.
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