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| Old Train Station |
The Old train station was built in 1904. Today the railroad system is only used to transport cargo. Nowadays the station functions as a small cultural center, along with some warehouses nearby. Most of the daily users are elderly citizens who live nearby and participate in chess competitions, salsa lessons and arts and crafts workshops.
The building hosts an improvised theater, has a large multipurpose room and a small museum dedicated to the history of the train. At times the building has been used for community gatherings. The ministry of Culture operates this historical facility.
The site where the station is located is about 7,650m2. Right next to station is the Headquarters of Kansas City Southern Rail Network in Mexico who was granted the privileged of using the track for the transportation of cargo.
Many Central American immigrants use the train to travel to the United States. Many of the travelers rest in the area before continuing their journey.
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