Centro Histórico in Ciudad de México, Mexico — The Valley of Mexico (The Central Highlands)
Teatro Colón
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, May 22, 2022
1. Teatro Colón Marker
Here was the Colón Theater, inaugurated by Porfirio Díaz in 1908.
Erected by Ciudad de México.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Entertainment. A significant historical year for this entry is 1908.
Location. 19° 25.931′ N, 99° 8.318′ W. Marker is in Ciudad de México. It is in Centro Histórico. It is on Simón Bolívar just south of 16 de Septiembre, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Simón Bolívar 34, 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: Parish of Our Lady of Lourdes (a few steps from this marker); The Ottoman Clock (within shouting distance of this marker); El Gallo de Oro (within shouting distance of this marker); First Cockfighting Plaza (within shouting distance of this marker); House of Jaime Nunó (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); House of José y Francisco Fagoaga y Villaurruña
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Other markers no longer nearby. The Golden Rooster Bar (was within shouting distance of this marker but has been confirmed missing); Teatro Principal (was about 90 meters away but has been confirmed missing).
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, May 22, 2022
2. Teatro Colón Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on February 7, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 1, 2022, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 168 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 1, 2022, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia.
