Monthly Archives: March 2013

Jalapa del Valle – More Information

The short, narrow valley that encompasses the villages of Cienequilla and Jalapa del Valle is a little piece of Eden. Thanks to the Rio Jalapilla which carries fresh water year ’round, local farmers are able to irrigate their fields which, though … Continue reading

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Huayapam – More Information

The Huayapam hike is one of the most popular of the season because there are two hikes – one moderate, the other more challenging (see maps below) – taking place at the same time. Those wishing a pleasant stroll through … Continue reading

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Santa Ana del Valle – More Information

Santa Ana (also called Santa Ana Yaguiza) is a Zapotec community of approximately 1,000 people located about three miles north of Tlacolula and twenty miles east of Oaxaca city. Like most of the villages in this area, it has very … Continue reading

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