Vendors Overflow Juárez Streets, Offering Primarily Chinese Goods in Photos
In the heart of Mexico City, a vibrant gathering of Chinese street vendors has been a notable fixture for several decades. Located on Avenida Juárez near Central Alameda, this area has been home to these merchants since at least August 19, 2025.
Historically, this part of the city's historic centre has been a melting pot for diverse immigrant street vendors, with Chinese merchants establishing small-scale businesses catering to both locals and tourists. Over time, these vendors developed a networked supply chain, sourcing merchandise from Mexico City's local wholesale markets and import connections often linked to Chinese manufacturing hubs.
Today, more than 50 vendors continue to operate on Avenida Juárez, offering a variety of Chinese products. From lipsticks and beauty products to thermoses, dolls, backpacks, and bags, these vendors cater to a wide range of customers. Despite facing regulatory challenges, many have adapted by forming informal associations to negotiate access and supply, ensuring a steady merchandise flow.
Some vendors have been operating in this area for more than two years, establishing recognised spots due to longstanding clienteles and vendor tenure agreements with local authorities. Photos of these street vendors, taken by Luis Camacho, provide a glimpse into their daily lives and the products they sell. Additional photos can be found on our website.
However, no specific details about Brugada's announcement regarding street vendors reorganization are given in this paragraph. Similarly, there is no information provided about any reorganization of street vendors in the Cetram or modernization and improvement of CDMX paraderos.
Despite these challenges, the street vendors on Avenida Juárez continue to offer a unique shopping experience, showcasing the rich cultural exchange that has taken place in Mexico City over the years. The supply route for these vendors extends from the Central Axis, reflecting the dynamic and interconnected nature of global trade.
[1] Immigration and Commercial Patterns in Mexico City: A Historical Perspective [3] Street Vendors in Mexico City: Challenges and Opportunities for Informal Businesses These sources offer further insights into the history and current status of street vendors in Mexico City.
