Oaxaca’s Ethnobotanical Garden: A Showcase for Diversity
The city of Oaxaca is bustling, colorful and festive. But one of its great charms is that it has many quiet spaces where you can retreat from the hub-bub and…
The city of Oaxaca is bustling, colorful and festive. But one of its great charms is that it has many quiet spaces where you can retreat from the hub-bub and…
Día de Muertos is a magical time in Oaxaca when the living reunite with their loved ones who have passed on. Join us on our small group tour of the…
The 2012 edition of the Festival of the Seven Moles will be held in Oaxaca city from July 19 to 31. Over 50 Oaxaca restaurants will participate in this year's…
This year's Guelaguetza festival will be held on July 23 and 30th. There are two shows each day, at 10 am and 5 pm. You can buy tickets online at…
One of my favorite Mexican Christmas traditions is Las Posadas. In this tradition, the biblical passage in which Mary and Joseph search for shelter in Bethlehem is re-enacted each evening…
Oaxaca is known for the variety and beauty of its handicrafts. Oaxaca’s diversity is reflected in its popular art: pottery, woodcarving, weaving, basketry, candle making, embroidery, and many more crafts…
Located on a mountaintop some 4 miles to the southwest of Oaxaca City, the archaeological site of Monte Alban, along with the historical center of Oaxaca City, was listed as…
Oaxaca is well known for its gastronomy, archaeological sites, fiestas, and handicrafts, but many visitors are surprised by Oaxaca's impressive colonial architecture. Oaxaca's cathedral, La Soledad church, and the Santo…