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Visiting Oaxaca, Mexico


The charming colonial town of Oaxaca offers rich culture, uplifting architecture and a spring-like climate. Lagoons, caverns and waterfalls are within easy reach of the city, as are pre-Columbian ruins and Tlacolula's Sunday market. Visit the hot springs at Hierve el Agua or embrace nature at the vast tree of El Tule. D'a de los Muertos, Day of the Dead, sees the city at its most colourful. Those with a sweet tooth shouldn't miss Mina Street, known as Chocolate Street because of its chocolate... more » The charming colonial town of Oaxaca offers rich culture, uplifting architecture and a spring-like climate. Lagoons, caverns and waterfalls are within easy reach of the city, as are pre-Columbian ruins and Tlacolula's Sunday market. Visit the hot springs at Hierve el Agua or embrace nature at the vast tree of El Tule. D'a de los Muertos, Day of the Dead, sees the city at its most colourful. Those with a sweet tooth shouldn't miss Mina Street, known as Chocolate Street because of its chocolate makers. « less

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El Teatro Culinario Comedor

5 of 5 stars
Saint Charles, IL
9 Nov 2009

Our trip to Oaxaca culminated in not one but two dinners at El Teatro Culinario! Our first dinner had us marveling at the beautifully arranged plates and imaginative, tasty combinations. The service...more

El Teatro Culinario Comedor

8 Nov 2009

This little restaurant is a perfect place to try something different, a taste from indigenous Oaxacan food, the plates are great experiments, and the ambiance is very warm... more

De La Parra

8 Nov 2009

Although we find Oaxaca very expensive overall (compared to Guadalajara, for example), the Hotel de la Parra was nice and convenient...but our room was so small we didn't have room to open a suitcase....more

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