Valle de Bravo is a striking visual representation of the water shortage — one so close to the nation’s capital that it’s impossible to ignore.
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The combined impact of climate change, population growth and poor resource management has created a crisis.
A beloved lake getaway catering to both the elite and everyday residents of Mexico’s capital has become a glaring symbol of the country’s mismanagement of resources amid a historic drought.
Valle de Bravo, a man-made lagoon nestled in the forests roughly 85 miles west of Mexico City, has long been a destination for water-sports enthusiasts, cyclists and para-gliders. Several of Mexico’s top business executives own vast ranches there, replete with their own private lakes, golf courses and helipads. The main lake also serves as a vital water source for the 20 million city dwellers downstream.