Centro Histórico in Ciudad de México, Mexico — The Valley of Mexico (The Central Highlands)
The Former School of Jurisprudence
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, December 4, 2017
1. The Former School of Jurisprudence Marker
Aquí estuvo el Antiguo Convento de Santa Catalina de Siena; tras su demolición se construyó este edificio que entre 1908 y 1954 albergó a la Escuela Nacional de Jurisprudencia. Forma parte del patrimonio universitario, vinculado a la extensión académica de la Facultad de Derecho.
Here was the Old Convent of Santa Catalina de Siena; After its demolition this building was built, which from 1908 to 1954 housed the National School of Jurisprudence. It is part of the University’s heritage, as it is linked to the Faculty of Law’s academic extension.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Education • Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical year for this entry is 1908.
Location. 19° 26.197′ N, 99° 7.881′ W. Marker is in Ciudad de México. It is in Centro Histórico. It is on Calle San Ildefonso just west of 3ra Calle del Carmen, on the left when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Ciudad de México 06000, Mexico. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Archaeological Remains at Republica de Argentina Street (within shouting distance of this marker); Temple of Santa Catalina de Siena (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Temple of Santa Catalina de Siena (within shouting distance of this marker); The Seminary of San Ildefonso (within shouting distance of this marker); House of Luis de Castilla (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); José Martí (about 120 meters away); Former College of San Ildefonso (about 120 meters away); Temple of Our Lady of the Pillar (about 120 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Ciudad de México.
Regarding The Former School of Jurisprudence. The university mentioned in the marker text is the National Autonomous University
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, December 4, 2017
2. The Former School of Jurisprudence Marker
The marker is to the right of the entrance seen in this view.
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, December 4, 2017
3. The Former School of Jurisprudence
This is an additional view of the corner of the building, further to the west from the marker.
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, December 4, 2017
4. An additional marker near the Former School of Jurisprudence
In front (or south) of the school is this additional marker at the base of a flagpole, it reads:
Sria. Seg. Publica Dir. Gral. Actos
Como homenaje a nuesto labaro patrio, simbolo de union del pueblo mexicano, como objetivo su seguridad y nuestro compromiso.
¡Mexico!
Agrupamiento Unidad Especial
English translation:
Secretariat of Public Security – Public Affairs Office
As a tribute to our national flag, symbol of unity for the Mexican people, your security is our objective and our commitment.
Mexico!
Group of Special Units
Como homenaje a nuesto labaro patrio, simbolo de union del pueblo mexicano, como objetivo su seguridad y nuestro compromiso.
¡Mexico!
Agrupamiento Unidad Especial
As a tribute to our national flag, symbol of unity for the Mexican people, your security is our objective and our commitment.
Mexico!
Group of Special Units
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, December 4, 2017
5. Additional markers on the School of Jurisprudence
On the corner of the building are these two additional markers. The one towards the top indicates that the building was designed and constructed by Engineer Salvador Echagaray. The second, green marker is one of a series that have been put up around the historic center of Mexico City, with quotes from famous literature, usually about the city. This marker reads:
Ciudad de México
Centro Histórico
¡Oh ciudad rica, pueblo sin segundo,
más lleno de tesoros y bellezas
que de peces y arena el mar profundo!
Bernardo de Balbuena
de Grandeza Mexicana, Año 1604, Siglo XVII
English translation:
Mexico City, Historic Center
Oh beautiful city, a town without compare,
more full of treasures and beauty,
than the deep sea has fish and sand!
Bernardo de Balbuena, de Grandeza Mexicana, 1604, 17th century
Centro Histórico
¡Oh ciudad rica, pueblo sin segundo,
más lleno de tesoros y bellezas
que de peces y arena el mar profundo!
Bernardo de Balbuena
de Grandeza Mexicana, Año 1604, Siglo XVII
Oh beautiful city, a town without compare,
more full of treasures and beauty,
than the deep sea has fish and sand!
Bernardo de Balbuena, de Grandeza Mexicana, 1604, 17th century
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, September 5, 2018
6. The additional marker dedicated to the Mexican flag, seen in photo #4, has been removed
Credits. This page was last revised on April 17, 2020. It was originally submitted on December 11, 2017, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 266 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on December 11, 2017, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia. 4. submitted on December 12, 2017, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia. 5. submitted on December 13, 2017, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia. 6. submitted on September 8, 2018, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia.
