Centro Histórico in Ciudad de México, Mexico — The Valley of Mexico (The Central Highlands)
High Water Mark of 1629
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, October 10, 2018
1. High Water Mark of 1629 Marker
Ciudad de México
This old stone figure of a face indicates the high water mark of the worst flooding that the city has had, that of 1629.
Mexico City
Erected by Ciudad de México.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Disasters. A significant historical year for this entry is 1629.
Location. 19° 26.011′ N, 99° 8.241′ W. Marker is in Ciudad de México. It is in Centro Histórico. It is at the intersection of Calle de Motolinia and Avenida Francisco I. Madero, on the right when traveling south on Calle de Motolinia. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: 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 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: House of the Marquis de Prado Alegre (a few steps from this marker); House of José de Borda (within shouting distance of this marker); American Photo Supply (within shouting distance of
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Another marker is no longer nearby. Mariano Galván (was within shouting distance of this marker but has been confirmed missing).
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, October 10, 2018
2. High Water Mark of 1629 Marker
The marker is on the left side of this building, below and between the words "Centro Optico". The 'old stone figure' mentioned in the marker text can be seen on the building's corner. Another person is taking a photo of it from a closer position.
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, October 10, 2018
3. High Water Mark of 1629 Marker
This additional view of the marker on the left is looking towards the north along Motolinia at the intersection with Avenida Francisco I. Madero.
Credits. This page was last revised on April 17, 2020. It was originally submitted on October 22, 2018, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 780 times since then and 87 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 22, 2018, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia.
