On Tuesday, September 19 at around 1:15 p.m., a 7.1-magnitude earthquake originating in the Mexican state of Puebla rattled Mexico City, with devastating consequences: at least 44 buildings collapsed and nearly 300 people perished.
This earthquake was notable for its destruction, but what stands out more is the incredible resilience of the city’s inhabitants. In the minutes, hours, and days after the event, the city rallied together. Government rescue teams and citizen volunteers gathered at the hardest-hit sites to dig survivors out of the rubble; long civilian chains set up to pass hard hats, tools, and water to these workers; and restaurants opened their doors to their communities, supporting the rescue efforts by cooking and serving free food around the clock. While images of the destruction linger, the photos, videos, and memories of the orderly, patient, and determined rescue initiatives shine even brighter.
The city is working overtime to return to normal, and a hugely important part of that effort is tourism. Mexico City’s tourism board has declared the city open for business: most hotels, restaurants, attractions, and public transportation are operating as normal and are hungry for visitors.
If you’ve been entertaining the idea of a visit, the time couldn’t be more opportune. Your presence — and your dollars — would be a great boost to the city’s recovery.
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