Floating Gardens of Xochimilco Mexico

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Uploaded by on Jan 29, 2007

Long ago, when the Aztecs still ruled Mexico, the valley where Mexico City stands was filled with a large lake. The Aztecs used layers of aquatic weeds, muck and earth to create floating plots of land on which they could grow food. These man-made islands were called "floating gardens". By the time the Spanish arrived in Mexico, these floating gardens were a rich agricultural district, yielding flowers, fruits and vegetables.

Over time, the growing cities have drained many of the lakes and today, the canals have shrunk. Still, there are many miles where flat boats can navigate, carrying tourists and local citizens who simply want to relax and enjoy the local culture.

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  • VIVA MEXICO!!!!!!!

  • We agree!!!

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  • thanks...tht helped on my spanish project!!!

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  • @toxicmoonshine2 my project is to watch this!

  • Were is my blanket >=c

  • floating market, floating music, floating gardens..... isnt beautiful .....???

    i love mexico..........^^

  • these people cant dance for shit

  • venecia se queda chico a comparacion de xochimilco

    ¡¡¡viva mexico!!!

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