#MacabroTurístico: Biblioteca de México

By: Casandra Vicario

Many places in Mexico City, especially the oldest ones, have some supernatural or ghost story, and the Biblioteca de México, one of the venues of the past "MACABRO2017," is no exception.

who held the position until he met his death in 1959

But let's take a trip back in time: this building was built in the late 18th century to house the Royal Tobacco Factory of New Spain, though it also had other uses—it served as a political prison for José María Morelos y Pavón, from which he was taken to be executed by firing squad in Ecatepec. The building was also used to store artillery for many years, and over time it has undergone various renovations.

With so much history, it's hard to know the identity of the ghost or ghosts that inhabit this building; the stories, passed by word of mouth, especially among those who visit the building regularly, speak of a dark, human-shaped figure that peers through the windows and walks the library's hallways, its footsteps echoing as it goes. Some claim to have seen it, while others say it's just another Mexico City legend.

you can search "fantasma de la biblioteca de México" and draw your own conclusions.

Now, if you like strong emotions (and we're sure the answer is yes), you can go to the Biblioteca de México yourself and pay close attention to what's happening around you—with a little luck, some supernatural entity might make an appearance.