This is the 'secret' museum of the Sedena: It exhibits the Colt pistol of 'Chapo' and the Bulgari watch of 'Lazca'
Mexico City is home to a little-known museum guarded by the Secretaría de la Defensa Nacional showcasing seized luxury items from drug lords.
The little-known Museo del Enervante, or Museum of Drugs, is located in Mexico City and is guarded by the Secretaría de la Defensa Nacional (Sedena). It features a collection of confiscated items from drug lords, including a Colt pistol belonging to Joaquín 'Chapo' Guzmán and a Bulgari watch once owned by another notorious figure, Heriberto Lazcano. This museum serves as a stark reminder of the excesses of Mexico's narco-traffickers and their luxurious lifestyles, which have been captured in these artifacts.
Originally conceived as an educational space for the military and security personnel, the museum evolved into a repository of curiosities that not only highlights the items seized during the government's ongoing battle against organized crime but also reflects the grim reality of the 'War on Drugs' initiated under former President Felipe Calderón. Although intended for military training and education, the museum's appeal lies in its ability to expose the extravagant lives led by drug traffickers and the hollow luxury they often possessed.
However, access to this museum is limited, making it a 'secret' location that many people may never experience firsthand. Its existence raises questions about the public's awareness of the ongoing issues surrounding drug trafficking in Mexico and the government's approach to these challenges. In highlighting the criminal underbelly of society, the museum also serves as a lens through which the Mexican public can confront the consequences of the drug trade and the efforts made to combat it.