Fuentes Brotantes de Tlalpan National Park

Fuentes Brotantes de Tlalpan is a protected natural area fed by springs from the Sierra del Ajusco slopes, containing an artificial lake surrounded by cedar and eucalyptus forests at 2,250 meters elevation. Walking paths crisscross the grounds, leading to children's play areas and spaces for dining and resting.

President Lázaro Cárdenas established this protected area on September 28, 1936, creating a space for public recreation and environmental education. The 129 hectares were set aside as the city expanded and needed green spaces.

The park functions as a gathering place where nearby residents participate in theater shows, musical performances, and community celebrations throughout the year. It holds importance as a social hub for the neighborhoods around it.

The grounds are easy to navigate on foot using established pathways, with most areas accessible to visitors of varying abilities. Bring an extra layer of clothing since the high elevation makes temperatures cooler than in the city below.

Of the original sixteen natural springs from the 1930s, only one remains active today, feeding the artificial lake where swans and ducks live. The decline in springs reflects how the region's environment has shifted over time.