Tijuana Collection

Main Street - looking North - Tijuana, Mexico. Date: 1913

San Ysidro, San Diego, California, USA, near the border with Mexico. Showing the San Diego & Arizona Railroad station with train, customs buildings, the Tijuana horseracing track

International boundary monument between the United States and Mexico at Tijuana, near San Diego, California (photo)
5986827 International boundary monument between the United States and Mexico at Tijuana, near San Diego, California (photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after)

The Casino, Agua Caliente, c1939. From Souvenir of Tijuana, Mexico. [Western Publishing & Novelty Co. Los Angeles, Calif.]

Hotel Agua Caliente, c1939. From Souvenir of Tijuana, Mexico. [Western Publishing & Novelty Co. Los Angeles, Calif.]

Elaborate Interior of Casino and Famous Gold Bar, Hotel Agua Caliente, c1939. From Souvenir of Tijuana, Mexico. [Western Publishing & Novelty Co. Los Angeles, Calif.]

Watching the Races in front of Club House, Agua Caliente Jockey Club, c1939. From Souvenir of Tijuana, Mexico. [Western Publishing & Novelty Co. Los Angeles, Calif.]

New Club House and Grand Stand, Agua Caliente Jockey Club, c1939. From Souvenir of Tijuana, Mexico. [Western Publishing & Novelty Co. Los Angeles, Calif.]

The Challenge of the Matador, Plaza De Toros, c1939. From Souvenir of Tijuana, Mexico. [Western Publishing & Novelty Co. Los Angeles, Calif.]

Old Fort, c1939. From Souvenir of Tijuana, Mexico. [Western Publishing & Novelty Co. Los Angeles, Calif.]

Looking East on Second Street, c1939. From Souvenir of Tijuana, Mexico. [Western Publishing & Novelty Co. Los Angeles, Calif.]

Government Building, c1939. From Souvenir of Tijuana, Mexico. [Western Publishing & Novelty Co. Los Angeles, Calif.]

Mexicali Beer Hall, The Longest Bar in the World, c1939. From Souvenir of Tijuana, Mexico. [Western Publishing & Novelty Co. Los Angeles, Calif.]

Mexicali Beer Hall, The Longest Bar in the World, c1939. From Souvenir of Tijuana, Mexico. [Western Publishing & Novelty Co. Los Angeles, Calif.]

Looking South on Main Street, c1939. From Souvenir of Tijuana, Mexico. [Western Publishing & Novelty Co. Los Angeles, Calif.]

The Foreign Club, c1939. From Souvenir of Tijuana, Mexico. [Western Publishing & Novelty Co. Los Angeles, Calif.]

Main Street, c1939. From Souvenir of Tijuana, Mexico. [Western Publishing & Novelty Co. Los Angeles, Calif.]

Main and Second Streets, c1939. From Souvenir of Tijuana, Mexico. [Western Publishing & Novelty Co. Los Angeles, Calif.]

Looking North on Main Street, c1939. From Souvenir of Tijuana, Mexico. [Western Publishing & Novelty Co. Los Angeles, Calif.]

First and Main Streets, c1939. From Souvenir of Tijuana, Mexico. [Western Publishing & Novelty Co. Los Angeles, Calif.]

Tijuana, Mexico - International Boundary Line, c1939. From Souvenir of Tijuana, Mexico. [Western Publishing & Novelty Co. Los Angeles, Calif.]

Souvenir of Tijuana, Mexico, c1939. From Souvenir of Tijuana, Mexico. [Western Publishing & Novelty Co. Los Angeles, Calif.]

Mexican man, boy and woman sit on side of a street, Tijuana
Mexican man, boy and woman sitting on the side of a street in Tijuana Mexico. holding colour paper tissue flower arrangements for sale Date: 1982

Hacienda style restaurant, Tijuana, Mexico / USA border
People looking out to sea from the upper terrace of a hacienda style restaurant on the beach front at Playas de Tijuana, Mexico, not far from the border with the USA, during the Prohibition era

Mexican woman sitting with paper tissue flower arrangments. Dressed in white with two long black plaits. A man sits further down the picture, in Tijuana Mexico. Date: 1982

Art festival float in Tijuana Mexico. A man in a blue shirt and wearing a baseball cap is standing in front of the float Date: 1982

Mexican man with cigarette and hat and poncho over his shoulder on the street in Tijuana Mexico Date: 1982

Woman and two men standing on the float above the street at the 1982 Art festival in Tijuana Mexico. Cars are passing below to the right of the picture. Date: 1982

Street art festival in Tijuana Mexico
1982 Street art festival in Tijuana Mexico. Mexican men and women carrying paper tissue flower arrangements on the crowed street. Date: 1982

Four bullfighters, Plaza de Toros, Tijuana, Mexico
Four bullfighters in the ring at Plaza de Toros, Tijuana, Mexico, looking impressive in their ornate costumes. Date: 1915

Street scene with shops, Tijuana, Mexico
Street scene with excursionists, shops and post office, Tijuana (spelt Tia Juana here), Mexico. Date: 1915

Interior of The Big Curio Store, Tijuana, Mexico. Date: 1928

Monte Carlo Casino and Sunset Inn, Tijuana, Mexico. 1929

Panoramic view, racetrack and casino, Tijuana, Mexico
Panoramic view taken from an aeroplane of the Racetrack and Club (Monte Carlo Casino) at Tijuana (spelt Tia Juana here), Mexico. Date: circa 1920

Swimming pool at Hotel Agua Caliente, Tijuana, Mexico
The swimming pool at the Hotel Agua Caliente, part of a popular leisure centre in Tijuana, Mexico. Date: circa 1929

Greyhound racing, Tijuana, Mexico
Greyhound racing at Tijuana, Mexico -- The Parade. Date: circa 1920s

Hotel gardens, Agua Caliente, Tijuana, Mexico
View of the hotel gardens, with a shady arcade in the background, at Agua Caliente, a popular leisure centre in Tijuana, Mexico. Date: 1930

Campanile and Galeria, Agua Caliente, Tijuana, Mexico
Campanile and Galeria of the hotel (annex) at Agua Caliente, part of a popular leisure centre in Tijuana, Mexico. Date: 1930

Jockey Club and racetrack, Agua Caliente, Tijuana, Mexico
Jockey Club and racetrack at Agua Caliente, a popular leisure centre in Tijuana, Mexico. Date: 1930

Gardens at Hotel Agua Caliente, Tijuana, Mexico
Looking across the patio and gardens at the Hotel Agua Caliente, part of a popular leisure centre in Tijuana, Mexico. Date: 1930

Hotel walkway and gardens, Agua Caliente, Tijuana, Mexico
View of the hotel walkway and gardens at Agua Caliente, a popular leisure centre in Tijuana, Mexico. Date: 1930

Carranza beacon and chimes, Agua Caliente, Tijuana, Mexico
Carranza beacon and chimes at Agua Caliente, a popular leisure centre in Tijuana, Mexico. Date: 1930

Wishing well, Agua Caliente, Tijuana, Mexico
The wishing well at Agua Caliente, a popular leisure centre in Tijuana, Mexico, with a woman drawing water. Date: 1930

Main entrance to hotel, Agua Caliente, Tijuana, Mexico
Main entrance to the hotel at Agua Caliente, a popular leisure centre in Tijuana, Mexico. Date: 1930

Casino dining salon, Hotel Agua Caliente, Tijuana, Mexico
The main dining salon in the Casino, Hotel Agua Caliente, part of a popular leisure centre in Tijuana, Mexico. Date: 1930

View of Hotel, Agua Caliente, Tijuana, Mexico
View of the Hotel from the Casino, showing the wishing well on the left, at Agua Caliente, a popular leisure centre in Tijuana, Mexico. Date: 1930

Casino interior, Agua Caliente, Tijuana, Mexico
Scene inside the Casino at Agua Caliente, a popular leisure centre in Tijuana, Mexico. Showing the elaborate decor, with the famous Gold Bar. Date: 1930

Entrance to north wing, Agua Caliente, Tijuana, Mexico
Entrance to the north wing from the Avenida de las Palmas at Agua Caliente, a popular leisure centre in Tijuana, Mexico. Date: 1930

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Tijuana, a vibrant city that bridges the gap between Mexico and the United States. In this bustling metropolis, a Mexican man, boy, and woman sit on the side of a street, embodying the spirit of Tijuana's diverse community. As we gaze upon Main Street, looking North in Tijuana, Mexico, we witness the fusion of cultures that make this place so unique. Just beyond Tijuana lies San Ysidro in San Diego, California - a border town where dreams are pursued by many. The international boundary monument stands tall as a symbol of connection and separation between these two nations. Delving into history takes us back to 1939 when Agua Caliente was at its prime. The Casino exudes grandeur with its elaborate interior and famous gold bar at Hotel Agua Caliente. Here people gathered to watch thrilling races in front of the Club House or admire the new Grand Stand at Agua Caliente Jockey Club. For those seeking an adrenaline rush like no other, Plaza De Toros offered "The Challenge of the Matador" - an exhilarating display of bravery and skill. Meanwhile, old forts stood as silent witnesses to centuries gone by. As we stroll along Second Street in 1939 Tijuana, our senses are overwhelmed by tantalizing aromas wafting from food stalls selling authentic Mexican delicacies. Mariachi music fills the air while locals go about their daily lives amidst colorful buildings adorned with vibrant murals. Tijuana is more than just its landmarks; it is alive with energy and opportunity for all who visit or call it home. It represents resilience and determination as people strive for better lives on both sides of the border. So come immerse yourself in Tijuana's rich tapestry where cultures intertwine effortlessly against a backdrop that seamlessly blends tradition with progress. Experience firsthand why this city has captured hearts worldwide – because within its streets lies a vibrant soul that cannot be contained.