Weekend in Oaxaca: Día de los Muertos

Join me for a weekend in Oaxaca for Día de los Muertos, where vibrant colors, music and candlelit altars filled the streets in a joyful celebration of life, love, remembrance and timeless tradition.

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Oaxaca City, Mexico
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On the metro heading to the bus station, I felt the excitement of leaving Mexico City behind and setting out for Oaxaca to experience the magic of Día de los Muertos
The journey from Mexico City to Oaxaca took nearly nine hours by bus, and anticipation grew for the colorful celebration awaiting us, as we winded through mountains and valleys
The streets were alive with colorful decorations hanging overhead, filling Oaxaca with the joyous energy and vibrant spirit of Día de los Muertos
The busy streets of Oaxaca buzzed with cars, taxis and daily life and were framed by the city’s distinctive architecture that captured the vibrant energy of urban Oaxaca
Another view of the street that revealed vibrant decorations set against Oaxaca’s historic architecture, blending festive spirit with the city’s rich cultural heritage
Inside Mercado Benito Juárez, a vendor displayed colorful handmade and traditional clothing, showcasing Oaxaca’s rich textile heritage and artisanal craftsmanship
Inside Mercado Benito Juárez, vibrant piñatas hung above the bustling stalls, capturing the lively colors and festive energy of Oaxaca’s markets
At the market in Alameda de León, colorful decorations danced above the stalls, filling the air with the joyful spirit of Día de los Muertos

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