Civilización ancestral que creía que el aroma y color del cempasúchil guiaban a las almas de regreso. El Mercado de Jamaica mantiene viva esta mística tradición que nos conecta con nuestros seres queridos.
The water highways of Tenochtitlan
The modern market of 1957
The 24-hour flower kingdom
Piñatas, marigolds, and seasonal magic
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Master of Exploring Mercado de Jamaica
Civilización ancestral que creía que el aroma y color del cempasúchil guiaban a las almas de regreso. El Mercado de Jamaica mantiene viva esta mística tradición que nos conecta con nuestros seres queridos.
bolita Piñatas, marigolds, and seasonal magic
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!)

bolita Sort traditional flowers into stalls to discover the rich history of this magical Mexican market.
Spicy flower shop: Despite its floral name, La Flor de Jamaica actually specializes in dried chiles, preserving Mexico’s colorful, spicy culinary heritage with over sixty aromatic varieties.

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?

bolita See how millions of vibrant orange cempasúchil marigolds are grown to decorate altars and guide spirits home for the Day of the Dead.
Piñata clay cores: Traditional piñatas sold here contain a hidden clay pot inside, which makes a loud, satisfying crash when finally broken.
Which bright orange flower dominates the Mercado de Jamaica during Day of the Dead celebrations?

bolita Shoppers can feast on unique local delicacies like sweet corn bread and roasted elotes.

bolita December brings festive poinsettias, fresh pine trees, and thousands of handmade clay piñatas.




