As the capital city of this country with a strategic location just in the middle of everything, Mexico City is often selected to be home of conferences and work meetings. Mexico City has modern buildings and a cosmopolitan environment, but it also shows to the world its most traditional face in the cuisine, amazing museums and neighborhoods such as Xochimilco.
Situated in the south area of this metropolis, Xochimilco is really unique and it is considered by Unesco as a Human Heritage Site. It was founded in 1352 by the “xochimilca” tribe, who built impressive channels to cultivate legumes and flowers. There were used to transport food as a tribute to the great Tenochtitlan (where Downtown Mexico City is located). This method was so effective than Spanish, after the conqueror, decided to keep it.
Nowadays, a tour to Xochimilco is a must when visiting Mexico City. There, you can get onboard a “trajinera”, which is a gorgeous boat decorated with colorful flowers. It is recommended to bring some snacks and drinks to the tour. There is also the option of paying to hear the talented musicians offering a piece of their amazing job. Xochimilco is definitely a fun place to come with your coworkers and travel companions.
Which other places can I visit when taking a Xochimilco tour?
If you are leading a group trip and you want a private tour to Xoxhimilco, don’t forget to include in the itinerary other places on your way, such as Coyoacan, a really popular spot that has not lost their traditional atmosphere even though it is part of this “concrete jungle”. You can also go to Frida Kahlo Museum and learn more about this famous artist that is an icon for the Mexican culture around the world.
Come to Mexico city in a group travel and take the Xochimilco tour! We are sure you will enjoy it as much as Mexicans do.
