Texcotzingo, Archaeological site and botanical garden in Texcoco, Mexico
Texcotzingo features stone structures, terraces, aqueducts, and pools spread across a mountainside, surrounded by diverse plant species native to central Mexico.
King Nezahualcoyotl established Texcotzingo in the 15th century as imperial gardens with advanced water systems, marking it as the first botanical garden in the Americas.
The gardens incorporate sculptures of frogs representing the Triple Alliance cities and spaces dedicated to poetry performances, reflecting Aztec artistic expressions.
Located 20 miles northeast of Mexico City, Texcotzingo contains over 800 documented plant species and remains open for botanical research and educational visits.
The site combines archaeological ruins with living botanical specimens, demonstrating the Aztec understanding of horticulture through preserved agricultural terraces and waterways.
GPS coordinates: 19.49708,-98.81833
Latest update: May 15, 2025 05:09
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