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Árbol del Tule
is the tree with the largest diameter of any tree in the world. It is located in the church grounds in the town center of Santa María del Tule, Oaxaca, Mexico. Its age is unknown, with estimates ranging between 1200-3000 years. Located on a sacred site. The tree is also nicknamed the "Tree of Life" for all the images of animals that are reportedly visible in the tree's knarled trunk…
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Arrazola
This area along with San Martin Tilcajete are famous for the artisans that live in that area. The artisan in the area express themselves through working and decorating copal wood. They carve a sculpt mystical creatures reffered to as "Alebrijes". These fantastic creations are on display in the houses of the artists and can be purchased …
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Basilica de la Soledad
The Basilica is the most important religious site in Oaxaca. The basilica was built between 1682 and 1690 to house the holy image of the Virgin of Solitude (Soledad), Oaxaca's patron saint. According to legend, the image of the Virgin was found in the pack of a mule that sat down on an outcropping of rock and refused to get up. When the image was discovered, the Virgin appeared, and a basilica was constructed to commemorate the event. |
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Hierve el Agua
This is an amazing site of nature at its finest. This striking area is formed by two large petrified waterfalls of calcium carbonate and two small spring wells of carbonated water which have the appearance of boiling water when rising, hence the name Hierve el Agua. It is one of the farthest attractions from the city about 2 1/2 hour drive. |
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Mitla Mitla is approximately 40 kilometers from the city of Oaxaca and was a very important Zapotec city and religious center. It was here that Cosijoeza, last of the Zapotec rulers, was seized by the Spanish Inquisition for presiding at "pagan" rites. He was taken to Mexico City for the Auto de Fe, released with the case not proven but died on his return journey to Oaxaca…
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Monte Alban
Monte Albán was built on a mountaintop overlooking the present city of Oaxaca over a period of over 2,000 years, starting about 900 BC, by the Zapotec people. The early art shows Olmec influence. The most impressive building period was during the Mesoamerican Classic era, from about 550 to 1000…
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Ocotlan de Morelos
This is the village market and one of the biggest market places in Mexico. On Fridays people from nearby villages come and sell their products such as pottery, cutlery, leather products, reed baskets, and containers called “jicaras” made from fruits of Crescentia cujete. There are many kinds of fresh fruits and vegetables. Ocotlan is also known for a 16th century ex-convent and Dominican church, which has been recently restored. |
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San Bartolo Coyotepec
This area is famous for their black clay, see artisans mold a shape black clay pots. The black color the pots get is achieved by a secret procedure applied during the firing of the ceramic. Here there is a arts and crafts market, where you can admire or purchase these amazing pieces. San Bortolo Coyotepic is located only about 30 minute drive from the main city...
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Santo Domingo The Church and former monastery of Santo Domingo de Guzmán is the most important of the numerous baroque ecclesiastical buildings in Oaxaca Mexico. The complex of buildings includes a substantial sanctuary and an extensive system of courtyards, cloisters and rooms that formerly constituted the monastery but now house the Cultural Centre of Oaxaca…
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Zocalo The zocalo is the center of town or the heart of the city. In Oaxaca the zocalo is lined with street venders selling Oaxacan candies, chocolates and corn you can also find things like black clay pots and wooden sculptures. There are several small cafes around the zocalo making it a perfect place to sit back and relax and enjoy amazing Oaxacan coffee or just read a good book. Most night activities such as fairs or carnivals take place here. |
