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Category: Oaxaca Culture

Alebrijes Explained: The Meaning Behind Oaxaca’s Magical Creatures

Walk through any artisan market in Oaxaca City and you’ll come face to face with them — fantastical creatures painted in neon greens, deep reds, and electric blues,

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Day of the Dead in Oaxaca: What Is Authentic and What Is Tourist?

Every year, as October gives way to November, Oaxaca transforms. Marigold petals line cobblestone streets, copal smoke drifts through cemeteries at midnight, and families gather around candle-lit altars

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Guelaguetza Festival Explained for First-Time Visitors

Every July, Oaxaca City transforms into something indescribable. The streets fill with marigold-colored skirts, feathered headdresses, thunderous marching bands, and the warm, communal energy of a celebration that

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The Guelaguetza in Oaxaca: A Living Celebration of Culture, Community & Tradition

Every July, the city of Oaxaca transforms into a vibrant tapestry of colors, music, dance, and community spirit. The Guelaguetza, often called “La Fiesta de los Lunes del

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