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Zona Arqueologica de Monte Alban vs Teatro Macedonio de Alcala
Both Monte Alban and Teatro Macedonio de Alcala are endorsed by professionals. Overall, Monte Alban ranks significantly better than Teatro Macedonio de Alcala. Monte Alban ranks #1 in Oaxaca with praise from 5 reviewers including Travel + Leisure, Michelin Guide and Michelin Guide.
Zona Arqueologica de Monte Alban
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
Michelin Guide
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Oaxaca
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Fodor's
"The massive temples of Monte Albán, perched atop a mesa, make this one of the country's most spectacular archaeological sites."
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Travel + Leisure
"This ancient Zapotec regional capital is about five miles west of Oaxaca. The preserved city allows a glimpse into the lives of area natives from 500 B.C. to 800 A.D."
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Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"The extraordinary jewellery found in tomb 7 can be seen in the museum in Oaxaca. A Unesco World Heritage Site since 1987."
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Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Contrary to the other buildings on the central platform of Monte Albán, oriented according to the cardinal points, this mysterious mound is turned 35° to the southwest and is arrow-shaped."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Among the many other objects on display, don't miss the beautiful Urn of the Lady with a Jaguar Headdress. "
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Teatro Macedonio de Alcala
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Independencia at Armenta y Lopez, Oaxaca
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Frommer's
"This beautiful 1903 Belle Epoque theater, 2 blocks east of the zócalo, is still used for performances."
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Lonely Planet
"The Teatro Macedonio Alcalá was built in 1903 in the elaborate French style that was fashionable under Porfirio Díaz."
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