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Teatro de la Republica

corner of Juarez and Angela Peralta, Queretaro, Mexico
Ranked #5 of 9 attractions in Queretaro
4.5 of 5 stars 15 Reviews
Type: Historic Walking Areas, Neighborhoods
Traveler Description: This fine old theatre twice played a role in Mexican history: in 1867 it hosted a tribunal that decided the fate of the Emperor Maximilian and fifty... more »
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Mexico
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

We heard a sensational, young pianist play a series of Chopin pieces, with great excellence and emotion. Only drawback is that in May the building was uncomfortably hot. More

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37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 18, 2012

Wonderful place to really see and understand the colonial times in Mexico. Lots of history, a must if you visit Queretaro. More

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Mexico City, Mexico
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157 reviews 157 reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
57 helpful votes 57 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 28, 2011

From outside it doesn't look like much but the symbol is great: - first national song - decision to shoot Emperor Maximilien - signing of the constitution More

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Queretaro, Mexico
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 7, 2011
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If you can read spanish then there is plenty of info on display inside. The building itself is well preserved and lovely to look at. If you are in the Centro you should have a look round. The facade is also beautiful. It cost nothing to get in, but you did have to sign the visitor book and wait for... More

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Los Angeles, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 13, 2011
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I attended a symphony concert and an opera recital in the Teatro. It's beautiful and the history is central to any student of Mexican history. It's where Maximiliano received his death sentence and it's the place where the 1917 Constitution was signed. It was built sometime around 1820. Even if you don't go to a concert, the hall is open... More

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Minnesota
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289 reviews 289 reviews
Reviews in 62 cities Reviews in 62 cities
401 helpful votes 401 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 22, 2010
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Since the theatre was important in some hight points of Mexican History we asked for permission and were allowed to walk up a flight and take a peek at the theatre. The next day we returned for a concert with their symphont orchestra and a couple of guest artists. The price was reasonable and we had a chance to hear... More

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Chihuahua, México
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2012
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Queretaro, Mexico
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 3, 2012
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 22, 2012
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Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 11, 2012
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