We have a cempasúchil field in Xochimilco which this year is our little valley of monumental catrinas without leaving CDMX.
So you no longer have to go all the way to Tlaxcala if you want to appreciate these giant, handcrafted figures.
The official start of this year’s cempásuchil sale was inaugurated by the local government in Xochimilco.
The press conference was held at the San Sebastian site, where we were able to see the giant catrinas that adorn the flower fields.
There are 10 monumental figures and the site is located in the town of San Luis Tlaxialtemalco.
Where is this valley of catrinas in Xochimilco?
San Luis Tlaxialtemalco is one of the 14 original towns of Xochimilco.
The easiest way to get there is through the Tasqueña terminal of Metro Line 2.
From there, board the Tren Ligero and get off at the Xochimilco station. Then, take a bus to Embarcadero Fernando Celada; board it on Pedro Ramirez del Castillo Street. Get off at Floricultor Street and from there the option is to walk about 600 meters.
In the San Sebastian area you will find an enormous field of cempasúchil, which year after year sows and harvests thousands and thousands of yellow and orange flowers.
The lake area of Xochimilco and Tláhuac has been recognized by UNESCO and the FAO for its floral and food contribution.
“We must highlight the magic that exists in this place for its colors and aromas: in autumn, it dresses in yellow and orange to celebrate the Day of the Faithful Departed,” said flower grower Celestino Ovando at the presentation.
“In December, it dresses in red and white, with its majestic and wonderful poinsettias for the Christmas holidays. And from February and March it becomes a multicolored mosaic with all its ornamental flowers and aromatic plants to welcome spring”.
In Xochimilco you will find the most beautiful, aromatic and cheapest marigolds of the season. The sale will officially conclude on Sunday, November 3.