Tallest Unoccupied Buildings in the World
| October 16, 2017
3. Torre Insignia
This black triangular skyscraper known as Torre Insignia might look like an evil genius’ headquarters, but it has been empty ever since a 1985 earthquake shook Mexico City.
The 25-floor structure was erected in 1962 and served as the headquarters of Banabras, the National Bank of Public Works. The top of the tower houses a carillon, otherwise known as a set of bells, which were a gift from the Belgian government.
The Torre Insignia was bought in 2008 and underwent several years of renovations to the interior and exterior. As of 2017, it is set to finally reopen for business.
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