We will stop to meet the oldest Mexican in existence, (the tule tree) with more than 2000 years of age this incredible Sabino proves us to be the tree with the widest trunk in the world, you can admire its enormous size as well as the whimsical figures that form around the trunk and know the history about this beautiful natural beauty.

Along the way we will stop to taste Oaxacan food, this is one of the richest and most diverse in Mexico, with a strong indigenous influence and is characterised by the use of traditional ingredients such as corn, chilli, bean and cocoa, you can find dishes such as moles, tlayudas, tamales, quesillo (oaxaca cheese) and even chapulines. Oaxacan cuisine is a fusion of history, culture and tradition, considered an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.

The archaeological site of Mitla is one of the most important pre-Hispanic sites in Mexico. Its name comes from the Nahuatl Mictlan, which means “place of the dead”, although its name in Zapotec is Lyobaa, which translates as “resting place”. Unlike other pre-Hispanic cities that focused on monumental architecture, Mitla stands out for its impressive stone grecas, intricate geometric patterns that decorate walls and friezes without the use of mortar. This site was an important Zapotec religious and ceremonial centre, linked to the death cult and ancestors.

Teotitlán del Valle is a Zapotec town famous for the artisanal elaboration of wool mats dyed with natural dyes. This textile tradition has been handed down for generations and is one of the most representative in the region. Mats are woven on pedal looms, introduced by the Spanish in the 16th century, but the designs and techniques have pre-Hispanic roots. Artisans use natural dyes extracted from plants and insects, such as indigo for blue tones, cochineal grain for reds and cempasúchil for yellows. Mat designs vary from geometric patterns inspired by Mitla’s grecas to depictions of natural elements and modern figures. Each piece is unique and can take weeks or even months to complete, depending on its size and complexity.