Monte Albán Zapotec

Monte Albán: Visit the great Zapotec city

Rutopía editorial team

10/8/2025

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Today we explore the pre-Columbian archaeological site of Monte Albán, south of Oaxaca City; one of the largest Mesoamerican cities of its time (100 BC to 200 AD).

In about 3 hours you can visit Monte Alban, the great Zapotec city developed on a hilltop in the center of the Central Valleys of Oaxaca, which had a great influence on the development of Mesoamerica.

Surrounded by a landscape of mountains and valleys, you will tour the North Platform and the Great Plaza paying special attention to the “Gallery of the Dancers” and the ball game among other imposing buildings.

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