Decorative chandeliers installed at a busy Mexico City subway station ahead of the 2026 World Cup have sparked a wave of memes and mixed reactions from commuters.
By Alice Galliott
In downtown Mexico City renovations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have left commuters surprised over new ornate lamps and chandeliers.
The construction taking place at Hidalgo station has resulted in a wave of online memes about the new look.
This fast-paced busy subway station has crowds struck by the contrast of the elegant lamps and chandeliers against daily rush-hour.
Other passengers have compared the station to the set of period dramas.
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Chandelier and lamps reminiscent of “Harry Potter” or “Titanic” have been installed in Mexico City's busy Hidalgo metro station.
“People make fun of it because it's a failed aesthetic, it doesn't make a lot of sense... like putting makeup on the city."
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Chandelier and lamps reminiscent of “Harry Potter” or “Titanic” have been installed in Mexico City's busy Hidalgo metro station
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