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Mexico's Chinampas, ancient floating gardens, offer a sustainable farming solution amid Mexico City's historic drought. Dating back to the Aztecs, these man-made island-farms thrive on the city's lake-filled landscape, now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. With innovative techniques and a rich tradition passed down through generations, Chinampas yield diverse crops while conserving water and enhancing biodiversity. Despite challenges like urbanization and pollution, organizations like Arca Tierra are reviving and preserving these valuable ecosystems. The resurgence of chinampas not only provides locally grown food but also offers solutions to global water and food security challenges. Through collaboration and investment, these ancient wonders could feed cities and sustain communities for generations to come.
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