Historic Centre of Oaxaca and Archaeological Site of Monte Albán

Welcome to the vibrant, sun-drenched valleys of southern Mexico. We begin our journey in the Historic Centre of Oaxaca, pronounced wah-hah-kah, a city where indigenous traditions and Spanish colonial influences are inextricably…

To truly understand the soul of Oaxaca, one must delve into its bustling markets. A short walk from the Zocalo brings us to the Mercado Benito Juarez. …

Leaving the colonial streets behind, we travel just nine kilometers west, ascending steeply into the mountains to reach the awe-inspiring archaeological site of Monte Alban. As you reach the summit, situated roughly four hundred…

We now approach one of the fundamental structures of any major Mesoamerican city: the ancient ball court. The court at Monte Alban is characterized by its classic capital 'I' shape, featuring sloping walls covered in thick stucco. …

Perhaps the most famous, and historically misunderstood, monuments at Monte Alban are the stone slabs located in the Building of the Dancers. As we peer into the narrow gallery, you will observe dozens of large stones carved with…

Our final point of profound interest is Building J, an anomaly in the rigid symmetry of the Grand Plaza. Unlike the strictly north-south aligned temples, this structure is shaped like an arrowhead pointing sharply off-axis. …