Chapultepec (2024-02-01) by Alejandro Antonio Rodríguez TorresMinistry of Culture of the Government of Mexico
A secret life
Before Mexico City wakes up, before dawn, the Chapultepec forest comes alive with the echoing footsteps of hundreds of runners.
Chapultepec (2024-02-01) by Alejandro Antonio Rodríguez TorresMinistry of Culture of the Government of Mexico
A shared sunrise
Among them we can find Andrea Ramírez Limón, a Mexican Olympic athlete and part of a great community united by a common pulse: the love of movement.
Chapultepec (2024-02-01) by Alejandro Antonio Rodríguez TorresMinistry of Culture of the Government of Mexico
The path to diversity
From children to adults, amateurs to elite athletes, Chapultepec is a space that welcomes all types of runners and promotes the community's holistic health.
"Running is my buddy in epic battles"
— Andrea Limón
Chapultepec (2024-02-01) by Alejandro Antonio Rodríguez TorresMinistry of Culture of the Government of Mexico
Mutual inspiration
Here, each runner faces their challenges head on. The track becomes a personal mirror, reflecting the inner journey of self-improvement and discovery that they all share. It is a space where competition gives way to camaraderie.
Chapultepec (2024-02-01) by Alejandro Antonio Rodríguez TorresMinistry of Culture of the Government of Mexico
Echoes of inspiration
Andrea's presence in Chapultepec is a beacon of inspiration. Runners are motivated by her story, which forges an unbreakable bond of mutual admiration and support.
Chapultepec (2024-02-01) by Alejandro Antonio Rodríguez TorresMinistry of Culture of the Government of Mexico
Olympic dream
Tokyo 2020 was the stage where Andrea faced the challenge of her lifetime. Her participation in the Olympic marathon was etched in history, inspiring an entire nation to pursue their dream.
"Running is my greatest work of art, my greatest symphony, touching the sky with my feet on the ground"
— Andrea Limón
Chapultepec (2024-02-01) by Alejandro Antonio Rodríguez TorresMinistry of Culture of the Government of Mexico
The music of movement
Andrea describes running as her greatest symphony, where body, mind and soul intertwine in perfect harmony. Chapultepec, with its orchestra of natural sounds, provides the perfect setting for this dance of resistance, passion and freedom.
Chapultepec (2024-02-01) by Alejandro Antonio Rodríguez TorresMinistry of Culture of the Government of Mexico
Shared horizons
Running in Chapultepec means being part of a larger story, uniting personal and shared goals with sites brimming with history and cultural significance.
Chapultepec (2024-02-01) by Alejandro Antonio Rodríguez TorresMinistry of Culture of the Government of Mexico
Historical legacy
The diverse and mysterious trails of Chapultepec, from the Lago Mayor and Lago Menor to the legendary El Sope running track, immerse runners in the living history of Mexico City, creating an exchange between sport, art and environment.
Chapultepec (2024-02-01) by Alejandro Antonio Rodríguez TorresMinistry of Culture of the Government of Mexico
Community and aspiration
The true essence of running in Chapultepec lies in its community: a diverse tapestry of individuals united by their love of sport and the constant search for self-improvement. In this emblematic green space, each step forward is a celebration of the spirit.
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