Just two months after its grand reopening, Guadalajara’s iconic Minerva Glorieta is undergoing new maintenance work following public criticism that the recently installed vegetation looked dry and neglected.
The landmark roundabout, renovated ahead of the 2026 World Cup for 70 million pesos, is now receiving fresh plantings, including nearly 10,000 specimens such as agapanthus, roses, russelia and azaleas.
Local merchants and residents, while welcoming the improvements, have expressed frustration over ongoing issues.
“The green spaces inside the Minerva looked much better before,” said one vendor, noting that plants have repeatedly dried out due to insufficient watering.
Others complained about the lack of trash cans, leading to litter buildup in an area that is drawing increasing crowds.