MONTE ALBAN AND THE ART OF OAXACA
In this archeological tour you will know the most important archeological zone of the Oaxaca state, Monte Alban, the majestic urban center of regional importance, declared a World Heritage Site in 1987, unique due to the religious, political and economic control who exercised the Zapotec people. You will know everything about the history of each part the conform this wonderful place, visit the main square and do not forget to take the best pictures from the high of its pyramids. Another place to visit full with magic, colors and tradition is San Antonio Arazola. The famous artisans will show you how do they carve copal wood, explaining to you all the process it takes a just to get the logs for the crave, as part of ancient tradition of the Zapotecs, giving origin to the irreal and magic figures called Alebrijes, that represent the innovative spirit of the Oaxacan soul.
To continue this amazing tour, you will enter to a small town with adobe houses, San Bartolo Coyotepec, where a worldwide jewel is kept: the black clay. In this place you will know the elaboration process of beautiful ceramic figures.
Inclusions:
Round transportation in the hotel lobby, bilingual guide, civil liability insurance. Places to visit: Monte Alban Archaeological Zone, San Antonio Arrazola and San Bartolo Coyotepec.
Exclusions:
Lunch and drinks, tips, admission to the Monte Alban Archaeological Zone.
Schedule:
09:00 - 17:00 hrs.
aprox: 8 hrs.
Note:
High season or for social reasons pick up and drop off will be at meeting points. 100 Manuel Doblado Street (La Merced Church)
Minimum:
02 Pax
Operation days:
1,2,3,4,5,6,7
Note:
For tours that include round trip transportation from the hotel; the pick up schedule will be assigned according to the zone, in high season or for social reasons the pick up and drop off will be at meeting points (Confirm meeting points before confirming).