Monte Alban
Monte Alban was founded by the Zapotecs in 250 A.D. on top of a hill that was almost leveled to create the great square and pyramidal buildings. Archaeological discoveries disclosed that the city was a political, religious center, and a medicine school for ancient civilizations. It was occupied by the Mixtecs until the conquest. The original name is unknown and the present name was given by the Spaniards. The view from Monte Alban is extremely beautiful.
Centro Cultural Santo Domingo
Built in the 16th century, currently restored, has moderate baroque style splendor of the Dominican order in New Spain. After the independence war the site was taken over by the army. The temple reopened in 1902. In 1993 the temple was given by the army to the National Institute of History and Anthropology. Only recently, in 1998 Centro Cultural Santo Domingo was opened with a history museum, ethno-botanical garden, and a newspaper library.
El Zocalo
This most colorful plaza in México is full of live music, dancing, food, and vendors.
Etla, Coyotepec, Atzompa, Arrazola, Teotitlan del Valle, Tlacolula y Ocotlan
These small historical towns around Huatulco make great 1-day excursions.
Hierve el Agua
Mineral water springs, formed beautiful lime sculptures in the shape of waterfalls which offer an opportunity to swim in the natural wells as well as camping, hiking, and other activities.
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