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San Antonio Abad Metro station reopens after renovation, with new lighting and access
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San Antonio Abad Metro station reopens after renovation, with new lighting and access

From El Universal · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The San Antonio Abad station on Metro Line 2 in Mexico City has reopened after extensive renovations.
  • Upgrades include new LED lighting, porcelain and marble flooring, and modernized access gates replacing traditional turnstiles.
  • The station, first opened in 1970, had not undergone such comprehensive refurbishment until now.

The San Antonio Abad station on Mexico City's Metro Line 2 has reopened its doors to passengers following a comprehensive renovation project. The refurbishment included the installation of over 500 new LED luminaires, nearly 1,000 square meters of porcelain tile surfacing, and 750 square meters of waterproofing.

Passengers will also notice nearly 200 square meters of new marble flooring. Traditional turnstiles have been replaced with continuous access gates, enhancing both security and passenger flow. The station's entrances have been improved with better lighting and a more open feel, achieved by removing commercial stalls that previously occupied the space.

This marks the first significant overhaul for the San Antonio Abad station since its original construction in 1970. It serves as the first elevated station on Line 2 when traveling from north to south. The renovation also coincides with the inauguration of the adjacent 'Tlallipan' Floating Garden.

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Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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