We have two adventures scheduled for today, first up…Monte Albán.
These ruins also date back to 500BC. Yet what makes these distinct from the others we’ve explored – they were never lost. People always knew they were perched up high above Oaxaca
The Zapotecs weren’t content just building on top of this mountain, they first needed to create a level surface. They basically cut the top right off so they could have a big open space for their city.
From up here it’s like you can see forever. The valley drops below you then extends out to the horizon where it climbs up the surrounding mountains.
Second on the agenda, mezcal tasting. Janelle loves mezcal, I don’t like it at all. Tonight my mission is to find a mezcal that I like. I’m trying to be optimistic.
We tried 3 different spots, 4 drinks at the first place, 2 at the second, and 3 at the third. They told us all about where mezcal comes from, the different processes to make it…but somehow I can’t remember any of it. Not sure why…
And, I’m pretty sure I haven’t acquired the taste for mezcal either. Mission busted
Then to complete our evening, Leòn our guide takes us to some fantastic, authentic Oaxaca street food. What a great way to end the night.
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