Carlota & Maximilian
The empire that ended in madness
The European archdukes who accepted the throne of the short-lived Second Mexican Empire; when it collapsed, Maximilian was executed at Querétaro and Carlota went mad with grief, outliving him by 60 years.
01Why it matters
It is the great romantic tragedy of 19th-century Mexican history, a myth of love that cannot bear loss.
02The conflict
The war of Juárez's Republic against the imposed empire.
03The iconic moment
Carlota begging for help across Europe before losing her mind.
04What survived
Chapultepec Castle; the song "Adiós, Mamá Carlota."
05Where to travel
06Frequently asked questions
Why is the story of Carlota & Maximilian famous?
It is the great romantic tragedy of 19th-century Mexican history, a myth of love that cannot bear loss.
How does the story of Carlota & Maximilian end?
Carlota begging for help across Europe before losing her mind. Chapultepec Castle; the song "Adiós, Mamá Carlota."
Where can you visit the story of Carlota & Maximilian?
You can visit Chapultepec Castle, in CDMX. Their imperial residence.
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