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El Tren Maya is an emblematic railway project that seeks to connect the eastern part of Mexico, covering the states of Chiapas, Tabasco, Campeche, Yucatán and Quintana Roo. With an extension of approximately 1,525 kilometers, this train has the main objective of promoting the sustainable development of the region, promoting tourism and improving transport infrastructure. Wikipedia
Main characteristics of Tren Maya:
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Recorrido y estaciones: La ruta del Tren Maya begins in Palenque, Chiapas, and extends to Cancún, Quintana Roo, pasando por destinos de gran relevancia turística y cultural. Algunas de las estaciones destacadas include Palenque, Escárcega, Campeche, Mérida, Valladolid y Cancún. Wikipedia ,
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Material rodante: The trains used are of the model X'trapolis, manufactured by the company Alstom in the plant of Ciudad Sahagún, Hidalgo. Each train has a capacity of 300 passengers and is designed to offer comfort and efficiency in the service. Ambiental and social impact: Although the project promises economic and touristic benefits, it has faced criticism related to its environmental and social impact. Organizations and communities have expressed concerns about possible ecological damages and the impact on indigenous communities along the route. In response, the government recognized some of these impacts and proposed mitigation and compensation plans, including reforestation and the creation of protected areas. El
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Current status: As of April 2025, the Tren Maya has started operations in several trams, offering tourist services and passenger transportation. Sin embargo, algunos tramos aún están construcción y se esperado que totala del proyecto esté operativo en los próximos años. Wikipedia ,
This project represents an ambitious investment in infrastructure that seeks to transform mobility and tourism in the eastern part of Mexico, while preserving and highlighting the cultural and natural wealth of the region.