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Antiguos canales reviven el pasado de Ciudad de México

CBS News · 14 days ago
CBS News
CBS News
14 days ago

Ciudad de México se construyó sobre un gran sistema lacustre, evidente en el distrito de Xochimilco, una red de canales que se remonta al Imperio azteca. Hoy es Patrimonio de la Humanidad de la UNESCO y revive el pasado.

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  • Xochimilco's ancient canals and chinampas date back to the Aztec era. 25s
  • Local farmers and collectives like Arca Tierra are reviving traditional agriculture. 1m 30s
  • Urban expansion has threatened the canal system, but restoration efforts are underway. 2m 21s
  • The critically endangered axolotl, native to the canals, is being protected by local conservationists. 4m 9s
  • Community initiatives are having a positive, though limited, impact on preserving Xochimilco's heritage. 5m 24s
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