VOICED : Canales de Xochimilco sufren grieta en Mexico

Xochimilco, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Mexico City, is a popular tourist destination known for its colorful trajineras. However, it faces challenges due to a decade-old water drainage issue. Authorities have managed to recover some water levels and ensure safety by closing a small area to the public. Despite a significant hole, there is no immediate risk to visitors. Future plans include topographic and geophysical studies to address the issue. Xochimilco's historical significance as part of the ancient Aztec city of Tenochtitlán continues to attract a million tourists annually.

What is the primary mode of exploration for tourists visiting the Xochimilco canals?

• Bus tours

• Walking tours

• Colorful boats known as trajineras

• Bicycle rides

How much water loss has been recovered in the Xochimilco canals?

• 13 centimeters

• 10 centimeters

• 15 centimeters

• 20 centimeters

What is the size of the area closed to the public due to the crack?

• 400 to 500 square meters

• 300 to 400 square meters

• 200 to 300 square meters

• 100 to 200 square meters

What studies are planned to ensure the safety of the Xochimilco canals?

• Environmental impact study

• Topographic survey, soil mechanics, and geophysics

• Historical preservation study

• Water quality analysis

How many tourists visit the Xochimilco area annually?

• 1 million

• 750,000

• 1.5 million

• 500,000