What Makes the Axolotl So Special?
Every year on February 1st, Mexico celebrates Axolotl Day, honoring this unique amphibian native to the lakes of Xochimilco.
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.
The Chinampas: Ancestral Agriculture Still Alive
Chinampas, commonly known as “floating islands,” are fertile plots of land built on the lakes and wetlands of 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 […]
