<strong>Oaxaca, Mexico:</strong> In southern Mexico, close to the Guatemalan border, is one of the country's most beautiful states.
Oaxaca, Mexico: In southern Mexico, close to the Guatemalan border, is one of the country's most beautiful states.
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<strong>Guelaguetza: </strong>This annual festival gathers music, dances, gastronomy and handicrafts of different ethnic groups and tribes from throughout Oaxaca.
Guelaguetza: This annual festival gathers music, dances, gastronomy and handicrafts of different ethnic groups and tribes from throughout Oaxaca.
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<strong>Mercado de la Merced:</strong> Foodies must head straight to this market in Oaxaca City.
Mercado de la Merced: Foodies must head straight to this market in Oaxaca City.
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<strong>Mezcaloteca:</strong> This by-reservation spot has mezcal tastings and classes.
Mezcaloteca: This by-reservation spot has mezcal tastings and classes.
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<strong>Hierve el Agua:</strong> Here, mineral deposits from the water have formed the shape of a waterfall made out of rock.
Hierve el Agua: Here, mineral deposits from the water have formed the shape of a waterfall made out of rock.
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<strong>Monte Alban:</strong> If you're a history buff, head to this archeological site and former city of the Zapotec civilization.
Monte Alban: If you're a history buff, head to this archeological site and former city of the Zapotec civilization.
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<strong>Sierra Norte:</strong> The forested mountains of Sierra Norte are quietly tucked away an hour and a half away from Oaxaca City.
Sierra Norte: The forested mountains of Sierra Norte are quietly tucked away an hour and a half away from Oaxaca City.
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<strong>Puerto Escondido:</strong> Puerto Escondido, the largest city on Oaxaca's coast, features several beaches and a bustling nightlife.
Puerto Escondido: Puerto Escondido, the largest city on Oaxaca's coast, features several beaches and a bustling nightlife.
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<strong>Nude Zipolite Bungalows and Spa</strong>: If you're feeling adventurous, visit Zipolite, one of Mexico's few nude beaches, where a laid-back attitude is almost required.
Nude Zipolite Bungalows and Spa: If you're feeling adventurous, visit Zipolite, one of Mexico's few nude beaches, where a laid-back attitude is almost required.
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<strong>National Mexican Turtle Center:</strong> Learn how to protect these animals and watch them be returned to the sea.
National Mexican Turtle Center: Learn how to protect these animals and watch them be returned to the sea.
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