The center of the city has been preserved in its colonial state and has and added feature of two
pedestrian-only streets and a pedestrian-only plaza around the zocalo.
Oaxacas Sidewalk Cafés line the
Zocalo giving it  a unique ambiance and the pedestrian streets encourage walking, band concerts, social
gatherings, and  the occasional political demonstration.
Visitors from the surrounding villages dress in embroidered finery and hand-spun wool when they  gather  in
the city plaza to celebrate the ancient rituals that they have combined with the Christian celebrations
introduced by the Spanish.
Oaxaca Vacation, Mexico  
Nineteen preserved Churches and Cathedrals in the city
Oaxaca Cathedral
Camino Real
Hotel, located in
a former
convent is an
elegant spot for
lodging, dining,
and
entertainment
The markets of the city
draw villagers and tourists
for shopping . Chocolate
fresh ground while you wait
is a specialty.
Each village in the valley
specializes in a craft and trade;
home made goods come to the
Oaxaca City markets
OAXACA
Famed for
Regional Cuisine, Artisans, ancient ruins and
its colonial architecture , Oaxaca offers photographers
color and texture like no other city.
Located on a broad alluvial plain at 5,000 feet elevation, the colonial
city built in 1521 retains much of its ethnic diversity with 11 0r more
indigenous languages still spoken.  Festivals like the Day of the Dead
and the Night of the Radishes are unique and colorful events.
Direct flights from Houston reach Oaxaca's modern jet port which also
has service by Mexicana and Aero Mexico from Mexico City.
Oaxaca Events and church tours : Two hour tour of churches and
other places. Get an insiders look at Oaxaca. Meet Linda at Zocalo in
front of Cathedral at 10:00 AM Tuesdays and Saturdays   
ridgecliff@hotmail.com
Oaxaca Cooking
Classes
La Casa Del Tio
Guero Restaurant
Serving typical
Oaxacan cuisine
with a vegetarian
and meat menu is
offering cooking
classes every week
year round
Sign up at the
restaurant on
Garcia Vigil (street)
#715
Eight blocks north
of the Zocalo  
Tel. 51 69584
$40 USD includes
everything and
lunch
Oaxaca Artisan Villages: Oaxaca and how do you get there:  Oaxaca Resources
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951-514-9874
Cinco de Mayo
(Street) #412
Centro Historico
Oaxaca Mexico