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
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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 Ruin sites within 10 to 20 miles from the city
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Oaxaca Events and church
tours : Two hour tour of churches
and other places. Get an insiders
look at Oaxaca. Meet Linda at
Zocolo in front of Cathedral at 10:00
AM Tuesdays and Saturdays   
ridgecliff@hotmail.com
Oaxaca City is great for walkers with its pedestrian-only streets. The
Colonial city also and has many attractions and cultural tours for vacationers.
 While the Euro could  prevent a family vacation to Paris this year, Oaxaca
City is just as walkable and full of culture  and history.
In Oaxaca City you'll find  art museums, restaurants, biking, walking in the
parks and hills and many ancient archaeological ruins near the city.

Boutique hotels, Inns called posadas, B&Bs, and historic buildings converted
to hotels,  make Oaxaca City a good choice for a vacation.
Reached within a day's flight from US or Canadian cities, Oaxaca is well
located in the 5000 foot mountains giving it a perfect climate.
House rentals, and Apartment rentals   put Oaxaca City  within reach of
budget conscious travelers.  
Europe night be out for a family vacation this year but Oaxaca City with its
16th century preserved colonial center might be just the place to spend a few
weeks and make your US or Canadian dollar go a little further.