Oaxaca

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Oaxaca is a state in southern Mexico renowned for its rich indigenous heritage, particularly the Zapotec and Mixtec cultures whose ancient ruins — most famously Monte Albán — still dominate the surrounding valleys. The capital, Oaxaca de Juárez, is celebrated as one of Mexico's culinary capitals, known for mole, tlayudas, mezcal, and some of the country's most vibrant food markets. Beyond the city, travellers explore the dramatic Sierra Norte mountain range, the otherworldly Hierve el Agua petrified waterfalls, and the textile villages of the Central Valleys. Its blend of pre-Columbian history, living indigenous traditions, and colorful festivals like Día de Muertos and Guelaguetza draws both cultural explorers and adventurous independent travellers.