Oasis Mall in Coyoacan

A new shopping mall -- The Oasis Mall -- has just opened near the intersection of Avenida Universidad and Avenida Miguel de Quevedo near where we live in the south of Mexico City. It is home to a gobsmacking array of high end brand stores and some stunning contemporary architecture. And it provides a reminder of why Latin America gave rise to the concept (and mini theory) of Combined and Uneven Development.

The place has been hopping with Christmas shoppers the past few days, and we went back with a camera to try and capture some moments.