Teatro Principal, Baroque theatre building in central Puebla, Mexico.
The Teatro Principal features architectural elements typical of eighteenth-century Mexican construction, with ornate decorations adorning its interior and exterior surfaces.
The Teatro Principal opened its doors in 1761, establishing itself as the first performing arts venue in Mexico and underwent restoration in 1960.
The theatre presents regular performances of opera, dance, theater productions, and musical concerts, contributing to the preservation of Mexican performing arts.
The Teatro Principal remains open daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, offering guided tours and ticket sales for upcoming performances.
Following a fire in 1902, the theatre received extensive reconstruction work while maintaining its original baroque architectural characteristics.
Inception: 1761
Architectural style: baroque architecture
GPS coordinates: 19.04454,-98.19235
Latest update: May 28, 2025 21:11
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