Centro Histórico in Ciudad de México, Mexico — The Valley of Mexico (The Central Highlands)
Jail of the Inquisition
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, August 18, 2018
1. Jail of the Inquisition Marker
1572-1820.
Dirección de monumentos coloniales y de la República
Here was the permanent jail of the Inquisition, which gave its name to this street.
1572-1820.
Office of Monuments of the Colony and the Republic
Erected by Dirección de Monumentos Coloniales y de la República.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Law Enforcement • Religion & Religious Structures • Roads & Vehicles.
Location. 19° 26.258′ N, 99° 7.965′ W. Marker is in Ciudad de México. It is in Centro Histórico. It is on República de Venezuela just west of Avenida República de Argentina, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: República de Venezuela 6, Ciudad de México 06000, 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, and in the
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Gónzalo de Salazar (a few steps from this marker); Doctor Pedro López (within shouting distance of this marker); Manuel Acuña (within shouting distance of this marker); Ex-Palace of the Inquisition (within shouting distance of this marker); House of the Adelantados of New Galicia (within shouting distance of this marker); Palacio de Medicina (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Juan de Dios Peza (about 90 meters away); Ex-Customs House (about 90 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Ciudad de México.
Regarding Jail of the Inquisition. The previous name of the street was Calle de la Cárcel Perpetua (Street of the Permanent Jail). It is now known as the Calle República de Venezuela.
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, August 18, 2018
2. Jail of the Inquisition and Marker
The marker can be seen roughly in the middle of this view towards the east.
Credits. This page was last revised on January 4, 2023. It was originally submitted on August 29, 2018, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 255 times since then and 8 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 29, 2018, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia.
