Mexico City Cablebús | Riding Above the Rainbow Slums

🚡 Aerial Metro for the People This pink gondola system isn’t just tourist bait—it’s a vital lifeline: Cost: Just $0.40 USD per ride (cheaper than a taco) Pro Tip: At Campos Revolución, stay on to ride the secret spur line over the most vibrant houses Local Etiquette: Avoid 7-9AM when workers commute (gondolas get packed) 🎨 Color Bomb Reality Check Those Insta-famous rainbow favelas are actually: Self-built homes where residents mix paint from donated pigments Best View: Between Stations 3-4 (watch for the giant Virgin Mary mural) 🛍️ Post-Ride Ground Adventures 1️⃣ Ciudadela Market: Haggle for: Alebrijes (fantasy creature sculptures) at 1/3 the tourist price Hidden Gem: Stall #47’s silver skull earrings 2️⃣ La Merced Market: Eat Like a Local: Grab a blue-corn tlacoyo from vendors under the “Ropa” sign Survival Tip: Follow the old ladies with carts—they know the freshest produce ❤️ Mexican Kindness Guardian Angels: At least 3 strangers will help you navigate unprompted Universal Language: Pointing + Google Translate = best combo #CablebusAdventures #BeyondThePostcard