have gained recognition for capturing raw, everyday scenes in the barrio, including street boxing and local commerce. Safety and Sensitivity
La Merced is not just a red-light district; it's one of the oldest continuously inhabited neighborhoods in the Americas. Located on the eastern edge of Mexico City's historic center, La Merced has been a hub of human activity for over 700 years, long before the Spanish Conquest. Its origins lie in the ancient calpullis (neighborhoods) of Atzacoalco and Zoquiapan, which were part of the great Aztec capital of Tenochtitlán. Fotos Putas De La Merced