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| Heart of the city,
encompassing the five plazas, among them the mile
long Plaza Tapatio. Bordered by museums, municipal
buildings, theaters and pedestrian zones, all traversed
by charming horse-drawn carriages.
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| Finished in 1618,
this breathtaking structure reflects the richly
decorative styles of the past three centuries. Numerous
artifacts and masterpieces from Europe. Addr: Av.
Alcalde. |
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| Stunning government
building, known for the overpowering murals by Clemente
Orozco, born in Guadalajara. Addr: Calle Morelos.
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Regional
Museum of Oaxaca
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| Built as a seminary
in 1701, this elaborate edifice houses artifacts,
art, archeological and scientific exhibits - plus
the 1,715 lb. Zacatecas meteorite. Closed Mon. Addr:
Av. Hidalgo. |
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Instituto
Cultural Cabanas
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| City Cultural Center
and emblematic of the City's great urban renewal.
Orozco's great Man of Fire mural, permanent and
revolving exhibitions. Closed Mon. Addr: Calle Cabanas
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| Historical museum
devoted to the city. Housed in a centuries old stone
convent. Closed Mon. Addr: Independencia 684.
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| Lined with shops and
restaurants and relatively quiet during the day,
this plaza explodes at night with the rousing musical
groups who originated from this city. Addr: Half
block from Libertad Market. |
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