Xochimilco is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Mexico City. As you may know, Mexico City wasn’t exactly built on solid ground. But the ingenuity of the Aztecs turned the watery swampy area into a thriving city that dwarfed European cities like Paris and Rome. It was the “Venice of the New World” – lush gardens, canals and giant buildings.
Most of that city is only a memory, but a few of the canals remain. Here’s a glimpse of what it’s like. (Note: Yes, I’ve been to Xochimilco, but this video isn’t mine)
Ixtapaluca Time
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Funny you write about this today and include the video. We just got back from there. Check out our blog soon for an update (probably tomorrow). I’m also working on some video for the vlog, so check it out in a few days.
Awesome, Dennis – I checked them out. Great!
por favor envienme este video de xochmilco para ponerlo en my pagina de my space. se los agradecere, esta muy bonito yo vivi mi niñez y ya tengo 10 años que no voy por favor envienmelo gracias. ysta muy padre
You can put it on your site, Martha – simply go to Google Video (using the drop down menu on the video) and follow the instructions there. Glad you enjoyed it!