Fourteen Gentrification, neoliberalism and loss in Puebla, Mexico

Gentrification in Puebla, Mexico, has been accelerated by neoliberal policies that facilitate real estate speculation and corporate capital interests. The study examines the Paseo project, a redevelopment initiative in the historic center, which reshapes cultural representation and ethnic identity while displacing local communities. Through comparative analysis of urban transformation since the 1990s, the research reveals how state-backed interventions prioritize economic growth over heritage preservation, leading to social and cultural loss. The findings underscore the tension between urban revitalization and equitable development in UNESCO-listed World Heritage Sites.

Jones, G. (2015). Fourteen Gentrification, neoliberalism and loss in Puebla, Mexico. Global Gentrifications, 265–284. https://doi.org/10.56687/9781447313496-018