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Ancient canals revive Mexico City's past

Name: Ancient canals revive Mexico City's past
Uploaded: 2025-06-21T08:09:00-0400
Duration: 6 min 49 s
Description: Mexico City is home to 22 million residents, making it one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world. It was built on a large lake system, evident in the district of Xochimilco, a network of canals dating back to the Aztec Empire. Today, it's a UNESCO World Heritage site that brings the past to life. Michelle Miller has more.

Mexico City is home to 22 million residents, making it one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world. It was built on a large lake system, evident in the district of Xochimilco, a network of canals dating back to the Aztec Empire. Today, it's a UNESCO World Heritage site that brings the past to life. Michelle Miller has more.