Lomas de Padierna National Park, National park in La Magdalena Contreras, Mexico City, Mexico.
This protected area covers 34.35 hectares on Cerro del Judío hill, featuring elevations between 2,380 and 2,700 meters above sea level with diverse volcanic terrain and native vegetation.
The park was established on April 22, 1938, following the historic Battle of Padierna fought on August 19, 1847, during the Mexican-American War at this strategic location.
The site serves as an important center for environmental education and historical commemoration, hosting programs that teach visitors about local biodiversity and Mexico's military heritage.
Visitors can access the park via Anillo Periférico and San Jerónimo Avenue, with walking trails, observation points, and informational signage available throughout the protected area.
Despite urban encroachment reducing its original size significantly, the park maintains over 650 species of plants and animals within Mexico City's metropolitan boundaries.
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