The archaeological site of Atzompa is just a few minutes away and I was curious to see if it was drawing visitors. There were more people than I had ever seen... less than twenty. I can't believe people don't go there, but they flock to Monte Alban directly across the valley. That's it over there.
Admittedly, Monte Alban is much more spectacular, but Atzompa is still pretty amazing, just for the views, as well as the restoration, which is quite well along. I love it there. It gives one a much better perspective on how things might have been 500 to 1000 years ago. And again, no one goes there so it is like being alone with all that history and basking in the beauty of the natural setting.
Plus, it is great exercise, only half of it uphill. Invigorating!
I'll be arriving in early Feb to Oaxaca and Atzompa will be on my 'must do' list. As you return there so often, it must be good. Great photos.
ReplyDeleteWell worth the visit. And be sure to check out the village ceramics market, which is just before the left that ones takes to head up to the site.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the tip Chris. I look forward to the visit.
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