Oaxaca... Here we come!

At Monte Alban

We have always wanted to visit the city of Oaxaca because it is recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site and also read about the city in some ride reports on ADVrider.com that piqued our interest.

However, as many travellers have pointed out, it's the people whom you meet that makes the place even more special. We are so lucky to have the help of Mark and Kara, two Americans who are currently residing in Oaxaca, to receive our YouTrip debit cards sent from Singapore. On top of that, they have graciously given us their home grown bananas and they have given me a turquoise gemstone necklace for good luck on the road (you can see me wearing necklace in the pic below).

With Mark and Kara

Most certainly, we can't miss doing some touristy stuff and that is to visit attractions, right? So, we visited the iconic Monte Alban which was the former ceremonial and military capital of the Zapotecs who settled in the Central Valleys of Oaxaca. We walked the ruins and the area is massive. The ruins is quite unique as we have not seen anything like this since we entered Mexico.

Entrance ticket

When you walk up to the top of Monte Alban, you can see the entire city.

Apart from attractions, food is very important too! I kept on seeing this round shaped bread with seashell-like appearance everywhere, on the streets, in the supermarkets and in bakery shops. I wonder what it is. Ah! It's called Concha which is a traditional Mexican sweet bread roll which is quite delicious. It tastes quite sweet and has a crunchy topping. Don't miss this bread out if you are visiting Mexico.

Concha: Doesn't it look pretty? Taste good too!

I can't wait to see what else is in store for us as we travel beyond.

Respect the motorcyclist. I agree!

- Written by Debbie