Colonia La Ciénega Chica

Colonia La Ciénega Chica is a neighborhood in Mexico City, Central Mexico. Colonia La Ciénega Chica is situated nearby to the hamlet Paraje de la Ciénega, as well as near Paraje Lila.

Places of Interest

Highlights include Island of the Dolls and Chapel of San Juan Bautista, Xochimilco.

Island of the Dolls

Islet

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The Island of the Dolls is a chinampa of the Laguna de Tequila located in the channels of Xochimilco, south of the center of Mexico City, Mexico. A multitude of dolls of various styles and colors can be found throughout the island.

Chapel of San Juan Bautista, Xochimilco

Church

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Chapel of San Juan Bautista, Xochimilco is a church, which is situated 3½ km west of Colonia La Ciénega Chica.

Museo Arqueológico de Xochimilco

Museum

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Museo Arqueológico de Xochimilco is a museum, which is situated 3½ km south of Colonia La Ciénega Chica.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include San Gregorio Atlapulco and Xochimilco.

San Gregorio Atlapulco

Quarter

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San Gregorio Atlapulco is a neighbourhood located in the borough of Xochimilco in Mexico City, Mexico. San Gregorio Atlapulco is situated 3 km southeast of Colonia La Ciénega Chica.

Xochimilco

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Xochimilco is to the south of Mexico City, and gives a glimpse at the effects of rushed urbanization over the years. It's a great place for tourists. Together with the historical center of Mexico City it forms a UNESCO World Heritage Site.