Centro Histórico in Ciudad de México, Mexico — The Valley of Mexico (The Central Highlands)
House of José de la Borda
Ciudad de México
In this building lived José de la Borda (1699-1778), who dedicated his talents to the mining industry. It was said that from this house came and went the richest man in New Spain and the entire world.
Mexico City
Erected by Ciudad de México.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Hispanic Americans • Industry & Commerce.
Location. 19° 25.999′ N, 99° 8.3′ W. Marker is in Ciudad de México. It is in Centro Histórico. It is on Calle Bolívar just south of Avenida Francisco I. Madero, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Calle Bolívar 26, 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: Museum and Cultural Center “El Borceguí” (within shouting distance of this marker); José de la Borda (within shouting distance of this marker); House of José de Borda (within shouting distance of this marker); Sebastián Lerdo de Tejada (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); The House of the Count of San Mateo Valparaiso (about 90 meters away); The Residence of Agustín Iturbide (about 90 meters away); High Water Mark of 1629 (about 90 meters away); Portal del Coliseo (about 120 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Ciudad de México.
Other markers no longer nearby. Teatro Principal (was within shouting distance of this marker but has been confirmed missing); Mariano Galván (was about 90 meters away but has been confirmed missing).
Credits. This page was last revised on January 4, 2023. It was originally submitted on October 24, 2018, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 483 times since then and 35 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 24, 2018, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia.

