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M E X I C O : A TA L E O F T W O C I T I E S
O A X AC A : C U LT U R E & C U I S I N E
Best Airport: Xoxocotlán International Airport (OAX)
Set in the foothills of the Sierra Madre, Oaxaca is one of Mexico’s
most captivating regions. Despite its growing popularity, it
remains remarkably authentic – and therein lies its beauty.
The city of Oaxaca is steeped in history, bursting with color, and
blessed with an extraordinary culinary heritage, while the wider
state enchants with its tapestry of ancient Zapotec and Mixtec
ruins, mezcal-producing valleys, indigenous villages, and
surf-friendly stretches of Paci昀椀c coastline. In short, it's paradise.
Beyond the Map
You can easily while away days exploring the cobblestone streets
and colorful colonial architecture of the city’s historic center.
Shop the artisan markets, stroll through the Ethnobotanical
Gardens, and marvel at the bustling Zócalo Plaza and nearby
Templo de Santo Domingo. Private tours with knowledgeable
local guides are a great way to bring the region’s fascinating
history to life.
Beyond the city, highlights include the breathtaking petri昀椀ed
waterfalls of Hierve el Agua, especially striking at sunset, and
Monte Albán, the UNESCO-listed former seat of the Zapotec
empire. The region is dotted with artisan villages, each devoted
to crafts passed down for generations. Among them is
picturesque Teotitlán del Valle, a community of master weavers
well worth a visit. And no trip to Oaxaca is complete without
sampling its famed agave spirit, mezcal. Head to Casa Silencio,
a lauded eco-distillery, for a tour, tasting, and the chance to distil
your own one-of-a-kind bottle.
Culinary options from
street food to 昀椀ne dining.
Rustic charm and
striking architecture
of Casa Silencio.
