Mexico’s postal service, Correos de México, has issued a new commemorative postage stamp celebrating the year since the Tren Maya was officially inaugurated.
The first commemorative sheet has 25 stamps that, when in a single sheet, depict a Mayan Train collage and will have a circulation of 750,000. Ariadna B. Gómez and José Briseño led its design for the Secretariat of National Defense.
The new stamps can be purchased at post offices across Mexico and online through the Correos de México website. It’s available in denominations of 7 and 25 pesos. A special mini-sheet featuring the stamp has also been released.
The stamp features an image of the modern Tren Maya train traversing the Yucatán Peninsula, showcasing the region’s natural beauty and cultural heritage. It symbolizes the project’s aim to connect communities and boost tourism while respecting the environment.
The artwork is based on the four pillars of the project: first, the benefits of the train for locals; second, the environmental focus; third, the tribute to Mexican and military engineering and the tireless efforts of the hands that have worked on the tracks; and fourth, an example of the order and discipline that characterizes the Mexican Armed Forces.
The issuance of the stamp is part of a broader effort to promote the Tren Maya and highlight its significance for Mexico. The government hopes the railway will become a symbol of national pride and progress.
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