Thursday, August 14, 2008

Xochimilco

Xochimilco is a neighborhood in Mexico City that resembles the way the city was before the conquistadors arrived. Mexico city is built on a lake. The Aztecs carved this lake into canals separated by "floating" gardens. The spanish later filled the lake, leaving only Xochimilco in more or less original condition. Now the canals are a common destination for tourists and Mexicans seeking leisure. There are still many gardens on the banks of the canals, and the way to get around is still by boat.

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People rent boats and float down the river with family and friends. Mariachis are very popular. You can hire a Mariachi boat to float along next to you and play music.

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There are also boats with drinks and others with food.

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This is me and my friends enjoying the scenery.

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