Museums in Oaxaca
This overview contains all museums in and around Oaxaca. Curious about which museums there are in Oaxaca? These are the museums:
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Oaxaca, officially Oaxaca de Juárez, is the capital city of the Mexican state of Oaxaca, located in the foothills of the Sierra Madre mountains. The city is known for its well-preserved colonial architecture, vibrant indigenous cultures, and rich artistic traditions. Its historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage site, features distinctive buildings made from green quarry stone, with the Santo Domingo de Guzmán church complex being one of its most notable landmarks.
Oaxaca is a significant cultural hub, celebrated for its diverse artistic expressions including weaving, pottery, and wood carving. The city maintains strong connections to its pre-Hispanic past through its archaeological sites, traditional markets, and living indigenous cultures. Oaxacan cuisine, considered one of Mexico's most distinctive regional cuisines, reflects the area's cultural diversity and includes specialties such as mole, tlayudas, and mezcal.
The city's museums showcase both historical artifacts and contemporary art, making it an important center for cultural preservation and artistic innovation.
This overview contains all museums in and around Oaxaca. Curious about which museums there are in Oaxaca? These are the museums:
Unfortunately we don’t know about any current exhibitions in and around Oaxaca.
Unfortunately we don’t know about any discount passes in Oaxaca.