Guide to the Flora and Fauna of Xochimilco: Nature’s Hidden Gem
If you’re a nature lover, you’ll find plenty to admire among the flora and fauna that thrive in and around the canals of Xochimilco.
Interesting Facts About Xochimilco: What You Didn’t Know About This World Heritage Site
Xochimilco is more than just a tourist destination filled with trajineras and vibrant festivities. This place, with a history dating back to pre-Hispanic times, holds a wealth of interesting facts that reveal its cultural, ecological, and social significance. Here are some of the most intriguing facts about Xochimilco. 1. The Length of the Canals Xochimilco […]
The Origins of Xochimilco and Its Importance in Mexican Culture
Xochimilco, a place now synonymous with colorful trajineras, vibrant festivities, and lively canals, has a history dating back to pre-Hispanic times. This site, whose name in Nahuatl means “place of the flower fields,” is one of the oldest and culturally richest corners of Mexico City. The First Inhabitants and the Rise of the Chinampas Xochimilco […]
