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Home » Destinations » Mexico » Oaxaca City

Oaxaca City

Founded in 1529, Oaxaca City is a hub for the arts, cuisine and culture in Mexico. Travellers flock to this historic city to study Spanish, sample regional Oaxacan cuisine, explore the surrounding craft villages, sip mezcal and more. It’s also one of the best places in Mexico to experience Day of the Dead.

temazcal in Oaxaca City Mexico

Experiencing a Temazcal Ceremony in Oaxaca City

Posted June 18, 2023, Updated September 11, 2023 //  by Michele Peterson 5 Comments

Purify mind, body and spirit in a temazcal treatment in Oaxaca City.

Experiencing a Temazcal Ceremony in Oaxaca CityRead More

Oaxacan tlayuda with chepiche, guajes and radish.

Food in Oaxaca: 35 Traditional Dishes to Try!

Posted November 20, 2022, Updated July 17, 2023 //  by Michele Peterson Leave a Comment

Discover the best food to try in Oaxaca, Mexico with this guide to traditional Oaxacan cuisine.

Food in Oaxaca: 35 Traditional Dishes to Try!Read More

Panteon Antiguo (Old Cemetery) of Santa Cruz Xoxocotlán

How to Experience Day of the Dead in Oaxaca City

Posted November 2, 2013, Updated March 7, 2023 //  by Michele Peterson 4 Comments

Experiencing Day of the Dead at Panteon Antiguo of Santa Cruz Xoxocotlán near Oaxaca City

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