Mexico City Mayor inaugurates 84 million peso rehabilitation of Xochimilco piers

Mexico City Mayor Clara Brugada has inaugurated the extensive rehabilitation of three key piers in Xochimilco: Nueva Nativitas, Las Flores, and Zacapa. The project, representing an unprecedented investment of 84 million pesos, aims to revitalize this historic tourist zone.

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The future of the City passes through the recovery of the lacustrine zone, so my commitment is to recover the lacustrine City, so we are preparing a great project for this entire area of the capital of the country.

During the inauguration, Brugada toured the improved facilities and highlighted the scope of the work. The rehabilitation covered 19,000 square meters, featuring the installation of 96 solar-powered light posts, upgraded facades, modernized bathrooms, and the creation of a tourist corridor connecting the three piers. The project emphasized sustainability, ensuring no contamination to the canals or the environment.

Beyond infrastructure improvements, the initiative includes training for the "remeros" (gondola rowers) to enhance the tourist experience. Mayor Brugada also pledged support for the future remodeling of the iconic "trajineras," the traditional colorful boats of Xochimilco. She stated that the city's future involves recovering the lacustrine zone and announced plans for a larger project to further develop the area.

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We are happy and grateful because a great investment was made to rehabilitate one of the most important tourist areas of the demarcation.

Local officials expressed gratitude for the investment. Circe Camacho, the mayor of Xochimilco, called the rehabilitation a significant boost for one of the demarcation's most important tourist attractions. Alejandra Fraustro, the city's Secretary of Tourism, noted that funds generated from hotel occupancy taxes were used for the project. Julia Álvarez, Secretary of Environment, remarked that the improvements, coinciding with the lead-up to the World Cup, will offer lasting enjoyment for residents and visitors alike, underscoring the historical importance of Xochimilco's trajineras.

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this day will be marked in history thanks to these improvement works that are taking place in the framework of the World Cup, but that will be permanent for the enjoyment of the residents of the area.