Teotitlán Del ValleThings to do

Things to do in Teotitlán Del Valle

  1. Museo Comunitario Balaa Xtee Guech Gulal

    Facing the Mercado de Artesanías on the central plaza is the Museo Comunitario Balaa Xtee Guech Gulal, with local archaeological finds and displays on local crafts and traditions (in English as well as Spanish and Zapotec). Here, with a day’s notice, you can organize a guided walk up Cerro de Picacho, a sacred hill just outside the village, for M$10 per person.

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  2. Templo de la Virgen de la Natividad

    The handsome 17th-century Templo de la Virgen de la Natividads altar area and transept are adorned with colorful 18th-century frescoes. It was built atop a Zapotec ceremonial site, many of whose carved stones can be seen in the church walls; look especially in the inner patio.

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  3. Restaurante Tlamanalli

    The traditional Oaxacan dishes here are superb. Some of them are based on pre-Hispanic recipes, and vegetarian options are offered. Exhibits on weaving add to the interest of lunching here.

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