President López Obrador Posts Photo of ‘Aluxe’ in Mayan Folklore, Sparking Conversation on Cultural Heritage Preservation

The Mexican President, Andrés Manuel López Obrador, posted a photo on his social media accounts Saturday of what he believes to be an “Aluxe,” a mischievous woodland spirit in Mayan folklore. The nighttime photo shows a tree with a branch forming what looks like a halo of hair, and what may be stars forming the figure’s eyes.

The President wrote that the photo “was taken three days ago by an engineer, it appears to be an aluxe,” adding “everything is mystical.” This post was accompanied by another photo, taken by Diego Prieto, of a pre-Hispanic sculpture.

The photos were taken during the President’s supervision of the works of the Tren Maya, a project that seeks to connect the Yucatan Peninsula with the rest of Mexico. The President has been vocal about his support of the project, which he believes will bring economic development to the region.

The President’s post has been met with mixed reactions from the public. Some have praised the President for his dedication to the project, while others have criticized the post as a distraction from more pressing issues.

The President’s post has sparked a conversation about the importance of preserving Mexico’s cultural heritage. The Tren Maya project has been met with some opposition due to its potential impact on the environment and archaeological sites. The President’s post has brought attention to the importance of preserving Mexico’s cultural heritage and the need to ensure that the project is carried out responsibly.