These abandoned places in CDMX were reborn like the phoenix. After years of neglect, it was decided to restore them and reopen their doors. Some of them maintain similar activities to the ones they had originally, while others changed completely.
Do you remember them? Did you go before they closed their doors and were abandoned? Join us to find out.
Abandoned places in CDMX that have been rescued
Atlantis became Parcur
On Saturday, February 19, Parcur, an urban park built in what used to be Atlantis and El Rollo, was inaugurated. Both sites were extremely popular for their dolphin shows and swimming pools.
However, they closed more than 10 years ago. During all that time they remained abandoned. All that remains from that time are a few slides and a faded sign advertising Atlantis.
Now the site is a perfect place for skateboarding, rollerblading and practicing various sports.
Location: third section of Chapultepec. Access is through Constituyentes Avenue, almost in front of the Hacienda building.
Cosmos: from cinema to lighthouse
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This cinema opened its doors in 1946 and was a pioneer of matinees and 3 for 1 promotions. In the 1990s the cinema closed its doors and was abandoned until 2013 when a project was presented to rehabilitate it.
In March 2021 it opened its doors now called “Faro Cosmos” Arts and Crafts Factory, whose objective is to provide cultural, circus, scenic and artistic activities.
Location: Calzada México-Tacuba, colonia Tlaxpana.
Railwaymen’s Museum
In 1907 the La Villa railway station was built. Around 1960 it stopped working completely and was occupied for different purposes.
In 2006 the place was restored and became the Museo de los Ferrocarrileros. In addition to the history of this means of transportation, you will find two locomotives, train tickets, uniforms, tools and countless photographs. In addition, every weekend they organize a film club.
Location: Alberto Herrera corner with Hidalgo and Aquiles Serdán, Gustavo A. Madero.
Mexico Fronton
The first time this place opened its doors was in 1929. It was considered the first sports venue with a roof in the then Federal District.
It was mainly used for sporting events and was a great success. On October 2, 1996 the venue closed its doors due to a strike.
It remained closed for more than 20 years until it was restored in 2017. It currently receives events of all kinds, even currently presents the Frida Inmersiva experience, where you can immerse yourself in the paintings of this Mexican artist.
Location: de la República 17, Tabacalera neighborhood.
Posada del Sol
This site still remains abandoned; however, there are already plans for it. It was inaugurated in 1945 with the firm intention of being a luxurious hotel in Mexico City. Unfortunately it had to close a year later.
It has been abandoned for most of its existence, but that will change. In January 2021 it was announced that it will host the law school of the Universidad del Bienestar.
Location: Niños Heroes Avenue almost on the corner of Dr. J. Navarro.