Exploring Mercado de Jamaica
The water highways of Tenochtitlan
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The modern market of 1957
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The 24-hour flower kingdom
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Piñatas, marigolds, and seasonal magic
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bolita At Jamaica Market, the flowers bloom all night! (Oh, they bloom all night!) / From Aztec waters to piñatas shining bright! (Yeah, we're shining bright!)
Piñata clay cores: Traditional piñatas sold here contain a hidden clay pot inside, which makes a loud, satisfying crash when finally broken.
A species of yellow or orange marigold native to the Americas, widely used in Mexican Day of the Dead celebrations. Vendors at Mexico City's Jamaica Market sell truckloads of these vibrant flowers every autumn.
Which ancient culture's belief that marigold scents guide souls back home is celebrated at the market?
Which bright orange flower dominates the Mercado de Jamaica during Day of the Dead celebrations?
What do the seven points of the traditional clay piñatas sold at the market represent?
What spooky, giant figures made of papier-mâché are popular purchases at the market in October?
Which famous dried chili shop has operated alongside the Mercado de Jamaica for over 60 years?
What material is traditionally used to make the base of the authentic, heavy piñatas sold at the market?
What traditional holiday plant, native to Mexico, fills the Mercado de Jamaica in December?