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LA CIUDADELA

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Calle Balderas, Centro Histórico, México, Mexico
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2024
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The Ciudadela was built in the early nineteenth century to house the royal tobacco factory of New Spain

The architectural complex known as "La Ciudadela" was built at the beginning of the 19th century to house the royal tobacco factory of New Spain. However, the War of Independence broke out and, due to its strategic position, the building was converted into a prison and later into a military garrison. Later, during the Mexican Revolution, this place played a funereal role since it was here that the generals Félix Díaz and Manuel Mondragón took refuge, who assassinated President Francisco Madero. Opposite the Ciudadela is the José María Morelos square, which is very popular with middle-aged chilangos on weekends, as it offers free dance classes. On the other side of Morelos Square is the interesting Ciudadela artisanal market. This is the place to stop and buy typical Mexican souvenirs! Currently, the Ciudadela houses two cultural institutions:

Centro de La Imagen, a cultural center specializing in photography that offers a variety of exhibitions. Open from Wednesday to Sunday from 11am to 5pm. Free admission.

The Vasconcelos Library in Mexico City. So huge that you could get lost (it covers more than 38,000m2), it is named after the philosopher and presidential candidate José Vasconcelos (1882-1959). The library, which was inaugurated in 2006, was designed by Mexican architect Alberto Kalach. It is definitely worth a visit for its beautiful high design, which lets in natural light. Open every day from 8:30 am to 7:30 pm.

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ZAZAMEX
Visited in august 2018
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Typique
Marché artisanal de mexico. Des petits restos pour se restaurer mais ici vous trouverez tous les souvenirs de vos vacances
Amandynn
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J'ai eu l'occasion de visiter La Ciudadela et plus particulièrement le marché artisanal qui est exceptionnel! Ce site est le lieu où il faut se rendre pour trouver de très belles pièces d'artisanat du Mexique. J'y suis allée plusieurs fois et c'est un vrai régal pour les yeux!

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