Prompt:
At the center of the work stands the great city of Tenochtitlán, surrounded by the calm waters of a vast lake. The city, built on artificial islands, is connected to the exterior by three imposing causeways that extend over the water, filled with people, animals and merchandise. The causeways are wide and perfectly aligned, showing an intense traffic of inhabitants and merchants.
At the top of the canvas, temples and shrines rise, towers that seem to touch the sky. These buildings, of monumental architecture, dominate the horizon and stand out for their height and robust construction. Their colors, intense and sacred, glow in the sunlight, while the smoke of ritual sacrifices ascends in spirals towards the sky. To the left is the great plaza of Tlaltelolco, bustling with activity. Crowds of people congregate in a constant bustle, surrounded by colorful merchandise: fruits, textiles, handicrafts and exotic animals. Market stalls are arranged in rows, each dedicated to different types of products, forming a vibrant mosaic of commerce and urban life. The cityscape, in its entirety, is composed of straight, well-laid out streets, canals running through the city and green chinampas floating on the water. The lush vegetation of the chinampas contrasts with the stone architecture, creating a harmony between the natural and the built. In the background, the mountains and volcanoes surrounding the Valley of Mexico stand as eternal guardians of this enchanted city, adding a sense of isolation and protection. The light of dawn or dusk bathes the scene, accentuating the colors and grandeur of Tenochtitlán, making it all seem like something out of a book of fantasy and wonder. This painting captures not only the physical image of Tenochtitlán, but also the awe and admiration it provoked in those who saw it for the first time.
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