Entre patrimoine, tourisme et agriculture : difficulté d’un choix de gestion dans un espace multifonctionnel. Application aux chinampas de Xochimilco (Mexique)

Abstract

Inscribed in the Unesco World Heritage List for their evidence of pre-Hispanic water farming techniques, Xochimilco chinampas are the last large natural areas of Mexico City. The site holds various activities that are sometimes producing clashes of interest. Besides, located at the core of the metropolis, the area is subject to a great urban pressure resulting in environmental deterioration Over the past decade, local managers are realizing the importance of environmental protection. But multifunctional space management is confronted to numerous issues: is a strict environmental preservation relevant for an area developed for centuries? Is it possible to reconcile tourism development with preservation in an already fragile environment? How to operate on private plots? The management of multifunctional space is a complex exercise. It must be done in close dialogue between all stakeholders and apply both locally closest to those issues and generally to take the regional context into account.

Keywords

• management
• agriculture
• tourism
• Mexico City
• multifunctionality
• heritage