We arrived into Mexico City last night, but did not do much other than to get something to eat at a mescalaria and to find our hostel in Roma Norte, reasonable close to Chapultepec park.
This morning we strolled down to the Anthropology Museum. Along the way we noticed several large buildings under construction; which is no surprise with the way that Districto Federal is developing and growing.
We also noticed that there is a concerted effort to develop a biking culture in the city. We were told this last night by a young woman we met who works on promoting public transportation in the city. On Sunday mornings certain streets or lanes are closed to motorized traffic to encourage people to ride their own bikes or one to the "ecobici" rental bikes. There was even a designated learning area for all ages with volunteers to assist new riders.
Of course along the path in the park we had to stop by some of the many stands to fortify our energy for the long day of sightseeing ahead.
We also were able to see a "volandores" performance, where 4 men climb up a 20 meter high pole, wrap ropes around the top tie the ropes around their waists and jump off, allowing the rope to slowly unwind as the circle around upside down. One of the volandores plays a flute and a small drum the entire time.
We spent 2 hours in the excellent anthropology museum, and could have easily spent 2 days there.
Next, after nourishing ourselves on a torta sandwich, we headed south via the efficient metro system to Coyoacan neighborhood. This area is famous for its colorful, well maintained colonial houses, as well its markets, parks, and the Frida Kahlo birth home.
Lastly, we visited the Cinateca National, where Kari's firm recently advised on an expansion with a enormous awning.
Of course along the path in the park we had to stop by some of the many stands to fortify our energy for the long day of sightseeing ahead.
We also were able to see a "volandores" performance, where 4 men climb up a 20 meter high pole, wrap ropes around the top tie the ropes around their waists and jump off, allowing the rope to slowly unwind as the circle around upside down. One of the volandores plays a flute and a small drum the entire time.
We spent 2 hours in the excellent anthropology museum, and could have easily spent 2 days there.
Next, after nourishing ourselves on a torta sandwich, we headed south via the efficient metro system to Coyoacan neighborhood. This area is famous for its colorful, well maintained colonial houses, as well its markets, parks, and the Frida Kahlo birth home.
Lastly, we visited the Cinateca National, where Kari's firm recently advised on an expansion with a enormous awning.
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