Oaxaca

Oaxaca is the capital city of its namesake state and is located in southern Mexico. It is an ancient city that has had ties with the Zapotec, Mixtec, Aztecs and eventually the Spanish throughout history, and has changed names almost as many times as it has changed hands. Nowadays, Oaxaca...

Oaxaca is the capital city of its namesake state and is located in southern Mexico. It is an ancient city that has had ties with the Zapotec, Mixtec, Aztecs and eventually the Spanish throughout history, and has changed names almost as many times as it has changed hands. Nowadays, Oaxaca is a very popular tourist destination and is a UNESCO World Heritage site because of its architecture, cultural traditions, cuisine, and more. The town has three peak tourism seasons: Holy Week, summer and over the New Year. Students interested in taking Spanish courses in Oaxaca will find plenty to do after classes are finished for the day, and can visit the local museums, cathedrals, the childhood home of President Benito Juarez, and more. In addition to many historical building and excellent architecture, there are plenty of great tasty treats to enjoy while staying at a Spanish school in Oaxaca too, like homemade chocolates, local Mezcal, and local mole plates as well.