Mayor brings ‘urban beaches’ to Mexico City
Move to bring beaches to the masses in landlocked city branded an electoral ploy.
Published On 24 Apr 2011
Despite being renowned around the world, Mexico’s beaches are a luxury that many ordinary people are unable to enjoy.
As a result, Marcelo Ebrard, the mayor of Mexico City, the country’s landlocked capital, has now brought “urban beaches” to the masses.
Costing $600,000, and following the introduction of an ice rink, skate park and new bike paths, the initiative has been branded by some as a ploy to gain public support for Ebrard’s candidacy in next year’s presidential election.
Franc Contreras reports from Mexico City.
Source: Al Jazeera