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 Casino Espanol de Mexico Casino Espanol de Mexico was founded in 1863 by a group of prominent members of the Spanish community in Mexico. The building represents the most mature phase of eclecticism in architecture. The ground floor and first floor are defined by a colonnade and arches, with a stained glass ceiling. Its facade, courtyard, and galleries are adorned with elements from various styles: Moorish, Renaissance, Plateresque, and Baroque, with no single style predominating, thus conveying an image of solemnity and prestige. The casino is no longer operational. It has an amazing Spanish restaurant. Mexico City . Mexico | 2025 30 Dec 2025  Deserted Colonial-style House A dilapidated colonial-style house with faded pastel facades (primarily pale blue and beige), with ornate architectural features like cornices and moldings, barred windows, and balconies. Peeling paint, cracks, overgrown vines, and signs of neglect are evident. It has spacious, high-ceilinged rooms with significant structural decay. The ceiling has partially collapsed, exposing rusted beams and wooden joists. Intricate vintage tiled flooring in blue, white, and beige geometric patterns is found. Thick tree roots and vines hang from a collapsed wooden roof, engulfing arched doorways and walls. The ground is littered with leaves and debris, showing nature is reclaiming. Mexico | 2025 29 Dec 2025  Deserted Unfinished Building The 15-story unfinished structure has been deserted for over 10 years, a silent giant in a central area of the city. Homicide, robbery, and Satanism are practiced inside this building, a most dangerous place. Someone discovered the remains of a homeless man who was murdered on the fifth floor. Mexico | 2025 28 Dec 2025  Deserted Greek-themed Mall Built in the late 1980s and opened in 1990, the Greek-themed shopping mall originally had over 500 shops and a restaurant area. Insiders said that it "looked like an 80s-style bazaar," that it served as a refuge for local youth with shops specialised in piercings, tattoos, ice cream, records, and clothing. It closed in 1994, exact reason for its closure is unknown. One theory suggests that the owners went bankrupt after the 1994 economic crisis. Others say it was built solely for money laundering. Mexico | 2025 27 Dec 2025  Deserted Haunted Theme Park The theme park features a water park with multiple water slides, thrilling rides, entertaining shows, and interactive experiences, making it a popular destination for both locals and tourists. It opened in 1988 and closed in 2014 due to an accident when a girl died after fallen from a cable car. The site was formerly a cemetery from 1913 until 1959 when several of the graves were opened and the remains removed. Unfortunately, some remains were unclaimed and the gravestones and human remains were later discovered. Two small children almost drowned in the pool that was less than 1 metre deep. The children stated that something was dragging them to the bottom of the pool. In 2017, the body of a 35 year-old man was found hanging from a tree in front of the Park. Some visitors claim to have been attacked by the Snow White statue , others also say they see it talking or moving. Mexico | 2025 26 Dec 2025  Palacio de Iturbide Built for colonial nobility, in 1821 the Palacio de Iturbide became the residence of General Agustín Iturbide, a Mexican independence hero who was proclaimed emperor here in 1822. He abdicated less than a year later, after General Santa Anna announced the birth of a republic. It hosts interesting exhibits drawn from the Banamex bank’s vast art collection, enhanced the building's atrium. It includes a Christmas tree-like display for the festive season. Mexico City . Mexico | 2025 25 Dec 2025  Christmas at Veracruz Cathedral The 18th-century Catedral de la Virgen de la Asuncion, Veracruz's Cathedral, has doors opening out onto the zocalo, also called the Plaza de Armas and Plaza Lerdo. It is notable for its large cedar doors and quartet of indoor canvases by a Jalisco artist. Begun in 1570 by the Franciscans, it was added to in stages over the subsequent centuries; the bell tower wasn’t completed until 1875. Veracruz . Mexico | 2025 24 Dec 2025  Deserted Century-old Hotel Built in 1904, this hotel was one of the city's most important, and key historical figures of the Mexican Revolution stayed here. It is near the old railway station for ease of access. It features sturdy iron-beam construction, ornate wrought-iron balconies, and once-elegant interiors (including teal accents). Now dilapidated, it shows peeling paint, overgrown vegetation, and decay, yet retains echoes of its past grandeur amid nostalgia for its hey days. Mexico | 2025 23 Dec 2025  Deserted Military Hospital from 1764 Inagurated in 1764, it was the first military hospital in the Americas, operating until 2000. It features old stone structures and visible military elements. It is a key historical building in the city but has been abandoned for years. It is currently under restoration. Mexico | 2025 22 Dec 2025  Deserted Century-old Prison Built in 1908, the complex served as a prison for decades, then became a film location, then a refuge for criminals. The neoclassical style building dates from the Porfiriato era. It originally had a capacity for 800 prisoners. Scenes from the film "How I Spent My Summer Vacation" were filmed here. Loose cornices, scratched walls, paint or remnants of what was paint, trash, debris, weeds, and a foul odor were still present in the place. It is being converted into part of a university. Mexico | 2025 21 Dec 2025  Deserted Textile Factory from 1840s Founded in 1840s, the textile factory is a decaying industrial relic from the early mechanised era of Mexican cotton production. Once a key player in the thriving 19th-century textile industry, its crumbling concrete structures, featuring tall chimneys, overgrown courtyards, and ruined interiors, are now extensively covered in vibrant graffiti and street art. Vegetation encroaches on cracked floors and walls, creating an eerie site. Mexico | 2025 20 Dec 2025  Deserted Radio Station This building on the hillside was once a functional hub for Grupo ACIR's radio transmissions in the region. It has been abandoned for many years, leading to its current state of heavy decay and extensive graffiti, which has made it a popular spot for local "Urbex" (urban exploration) enthusiasts. All furniture and fixtures have been cleared. Mexico | 2025 19 Dec 2025  Deserted 16th Century French-style Mansion Dating from the 16th century, the 2-storey French-style mansion was known for functioning as public baths. The bathrooms had bathtubs and the interior doors were made of wood. The mansion is cleared of furniture and fixtures, dilapidated and partially ruined due to neglect. On the rooftop is a skeletal metal framework of a conical observatory dome. Some people who pass by at night report hearing noises and even sensing someone inside. The general belief is that the house is haunted. It is currently guarded by 4 ferocious barking dogs and I was trapped by them for 30 minutes. Quite scary! I was unable to access the basement due to the dogs. Mexico | 2025 18 Dec 2025  Deserted The massive textile factory has 4 huge main buildings, dating back to 1831 and operated for many years, serving as an economic engine for the area. Around 1,600 people worked there. It was abandoned approximately 20 to 25 years ago, allowing nature and local stories to reclaim the site. Roots have sprouted from its walls, the ground is covered in weeds, trees have broken through the concrete floor, and the paths leading through the labyrinth of corridors and rooms are slowly crumbling. Lots of graffiti on the walls. The most famous legend tells of the owner couple who tragically took their own lives inside the factory, leaving behind a presence that, according to locals, can still be felt. Mexico | 2025 17 Dec 2025  Puebla Cathedral Puebla’s impressive cathedral, which appeared on Mexico’s M$500 bill until 2019, occupies the entire block south of the zocalo. Its architecture is a blend of severe Herreresque-Renaissance and early baroque styles. Construction began in 1550, but most of it took place under Bishop Juan de Palafox in the 1640s. At 69m, the towers are Mexico’s tallest. The dazzling interior, the frescoes and the elaborately decorated side chapels are awe-inspiring. Cuernavaca . Mexico | 2025 16 Dec 2025  Sunrise at Tepoztlan Sunrise at Tepoztlan, a "Magical Village" south of Mexico City, reputed to be the birthplace of Quetzalcoatl, the Aztec feathered Serpent God. Nestled in the heart of the village, the Parroquia de la Natividad de María is a stunning historical church that captures the essence of this charming village. Tepoztlan . Mexico | 2025 15 Dec 2025  Palace of Fine Arts Construction on the iconic building began in 1905 under Italian architect Adamo Boari, who favored neoclassical and art nouveau styles. Complications arose as the heavy marble shell sank into the spongy subsoil, and then the Mexican Revolution intervened. Architect Federico Mariscal eventually finished the interior in the 1930s, utilizing the more modern art deco style. With art nouveau on the outside and art deco on the inside, the Palacio de Bellas Artes (Palace of Fine Arts) is considered one of the most spectacular buildings from this era. Locals like to dress up and take photos in front. Mexico City . Mexico | 2025 14 Dec 2025  Deserted Opulent Hotel from 1940s Inaugurated in 1945, this grand opulent hotel is known for its unique blend of Art Deco, Baroque, and Neo-colonial styles, splendid features (theatre, casino, chapel, huge chess board), mysterious history, and ghost stories. The luxurious project proved to be a significant financial burden for the owner and it had to close its doors eight months after its inauguration. The complex comprises over 7,000 sq m with 500 rooms and luxury spaces. It was expropriated by the government. The owner fell into a depression and committed suicide in front of the statue of Saint Francis of Assisi, located in front of the hotel chapel, after murdering his wife and children. Mexico | 2025 13 Dec 2025  Mexico City Metropolitan Cathedral One of Mexico City’s most iconic structures, the Metropolitan Cathedral is a monumental edifice: 109m long, 59m wide and 65m high. Started in 1573, it remained a work in progress during the entire colonial period, thus displaying a catalog of architectural styles, with successive generations of builders striving to incorporate the innovations of the day. The conquistadors ordered the cathedral built atop the Templo Mayor and, as a further show of domination at a key historical moment, used most of these Aztec stones in its construction. It is a UNESCO Workd Heritage. Mexico City . Mexico | 2025 12 Dec 2025  Deserted Century-old Flour Mills Built between 1923 and 1924, this industrial complex was intended to be one of the most modern flour mills of its time. It was capable of grinding 200,000 kilos of wheat daily. The right wing with large windows for light, spanning 5 floors, was dedicated to flour production and storage. The left wing houses 23 enormous silos capable of storing vast quantities of grain. Just 4 years after its inauguration in 1929, the factory had to close its doors. The rising price of wheat and the poor harvests at the end of the decade brought the ambitious project to an end. Spain | 2025 11 Dec 2025  Guggenheim Museum Bilbao Guggenheim Museum Bilbao is a fantastic chrome and metal masterpiece by world renouned American architect Frank Gehry. It houses a large collection of modern and contemporary art, a continuation of the Guggenheim legacy. This is a tribute to Gehry, who passed away on 5 December 2025 at the age of 95 in Santa Monica, California, USA. San Sebastian . Spain | 2025 10 Dec 2025  Victoria Eugenia Theatre The Victoria Eugenia Theatre is located in the centre of the San Sebastian, next to the María Cristina Hotel. It is one of the most emblematic buildings in the city. Full of history, since its opening in 1912, the theatre has witnessed all of the city's main cultural events. San Sebastian . Spain | 2025 10 Dec 2025  Plaza Mayor Christmas Fest Madrid’s main square, Plaza Mayor, turns into a sprawling market featuring a tall Christmas tree and 104 stalls filled with Nativity scene figures, musical instruments, toys and joke items. From 27 November to 31 December 2025. Plaza Mayor is the principal public square in the heart of Madrid, the capital of Spain. It was once the centre of Old Madrid, first built (1580–1619) during the reign of Philip III. Madrid . Spain | 2025 9 Dec 2025  Palacio de Cibele The former Palace of Communications is a monumental building that has housed Madrid City Hall since 2007. Designed and built by Antonio Palacios and Joaquín Otamendi as the headquarters of the Spanish Postal and Telegraph Society, it was inaugurated in 1909. In 1993, it was declared a Monument. Madrid . Spain | 2025 8 Dec 2025  Laura Leads SantaCon Hong Kong 2025 Ho Ho Ho! Laura kicks off SantaCon Hong Kong 2025 on Saturday, 6 December at Belly and the Beer Bar at SOHO at 2 pm. Then moved to Sunset Bar, Pier 3 in Central waterfront. The above photo was taken at Star Ferry Pier, before moving across tge harbour for bar-hopping in Tsimshatsui. Participants dressed in red Santa suits, elfs, and other costumes, joined the festivities. @santacon_hongkong #SantaCon #SantaConHK #SantaConHK2025 #SantaCon2025 Central . Hong Kong | 2025 7 Dec 2025  Dreamy Christmas at Starfield Library Starfield Library at the centre of COEX Mall is considered as one of the most captivating libraries in Seoul. It transforms into one of the city's most magical indoor Christmas spots each winter. The library is decorated with 365 suspended golden lights and a towering, eco-friendly Christmas tree, with paper-made carousels and Ferris wheels. They are illuminated until 11 pm. while the library is open daily from 10:30 am to 10:00 pm, until end of January 2026. Seoul . South Korea | 2025 6 Dec 2025  Buddha at Seoraksan Sinheungsa Temple The Great Bronze Buddha of Seoraksan National Park is located near the entrance of Sinheungsa Temple, which belongs to the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. It was originally founded as Hyangseongsa Temple by the monk Jajang in the Shilla dynasty (A.D. 652). Seoraksan Mountain is renowed for its natural splendors and breathtaking views. It holds the distinction of being Korea's first UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Seoraksan . South Korea | 2025 5 Dec 2025  Deserted Stone Arena A large terraced stone walls with regularly spaced openings surrounding a space in the centre. It look rustic with overgrown vegetation on the wall. Little information can be found on this structure and its purpose. The flat centre area could be used for performances, gatherings, or rituals. South Korea | 2025 4 Dec 2025  Seoraksan National Park Seoraksan Mountain is renowed for its natural splendors and breathtaking views. It holds the distinction of being Korea's first UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Discover endless trails, awe-inspiring views, cascading waterfalls, and the splendor of Korea's third-highest peak. Seoraksan . South Korea | 2025 3 Dec 2025  Gorgeous Nami Island Nami Island is a gorgeous, half-moon-shaped island in Chuncheon, South Korea, famous for its stunning seasonal scenery, art installations, and role as a filming location for K-dramas like Winter Sonata. Visitors can enjoy riverside walks, admire art, take photos at scenic tree-lined lanes, and explore the island by foot, bike, or ferry. Nami . South Korea | 2025 2 Dec 2025  Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Built from 1794 to 1796 by King Jeongjo of the Joseon dynasty in Suwon, The fortress includes King Jeongjo's palace Haenggung. The fortress and enclosed palace were designated as a World Heritage site by UNESCO in 1997. It comprises among many other features the palace, a perimeter wall, 4 main gates, and 2 sluicegates over the Suwoncheon, Suwon's main stream, which flows through the centre of the fortress. Suwon . South Korea | 2025 1 Dec 2025 Archive: Nov Oct Sep Aug Jul Jun May Apr Mar Feb Jan 2025 Dec Nov Oct Sep Aug Jul Jun May Apr Mar Feb Jan 2024 Dec Nov Oct Sep Aug Jul Jun May Apr Mar Feb Jan 2023 Dec Nov Oct Sep Aug Jul Jun May Apr Mar Feb Jan 2022 Dec Nov Oct Sep Aug Jul Jun May Apr Mar Feb Jan 2021 Dec Nov Oct Sep Aug Jul Jun May Apr Mar Feb Jan 2020 Dec Nov Oct Sep Aug Jul Jun May Apr Mar Feb Jan 2019 Dec Nov Oct Sep Aug Jul Jun May Apr Mar Feb Jan 2018 Dec Nov Oct Sep Aug Jul Jun May Apr Mar Feb Jan 2017 Dec Nov Oct Sep Aug Jul Jun May Apr Mar Feb Jan 2016 Dec Nov Oct Sep Aug Jul Jun May Apr Mar Feb Jan 2015 Dec Nov Oct Sep Aug Jul Jun May Apr Mar Feb 2014 |
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