Azcapotzalco is a borough in Mexico City. Azcapotzalco is in the northwestern part of Mexico City. The town began in the pre-Hispani…Azcapotzalco is a borough in Mexico City. Azcapotzalco is in the northwestern part of Mexico City. The town began in the pre-Hispanic era and was the seat of the Tepanec dominion until the Aztec Triple Alliance overthrew it. After that it was a rural farming area becoming part of the Federal District of Mexico City in the mid-19th century. In the 20th century the area was engulfed by the urban sprawl of Mexico City. Today it is 100% urbanized and is a center of industry.
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