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Zona Arqueologica de Monte Alban vs Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzman
Both Monte Alban and Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzman are highly recommended by expert writers. Overall, Monte Alban scores slightly higher than Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzman. Monte Alban is ranked #1 in Oaxaca with positive reviews from 5 sources like Michelin Guide, Michelin Guide and Travel + Leisure.
Zona Arqueologica de Monte Alban
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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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Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzman
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Frommer's
"Of the 27 churches in Oaxaca, none can equal the splendor of this one's interior."
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When the sun shines through the yellow stained-glass window, it casts a golden glow over the interior
Fodor's
"The church's sheer size is its most stunning feature."
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Don't miss the mudéjar (Moorish) designs in the wooden ceiling of the choir.
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Gorgeous Santo Domingo is the most splendid of Oaxaca’s churches."
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U.S. News & World Report
2.0
"Dating back to 1555, the Templo de Santo Domingo acted as a convent and church before being used as military barracks in the 19th and 20th centuries. Today, the convent portion of the..."
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Travel + Leisure
"A spectacular Baroque Catholic church. Standing at attention in front of a main square and surrounded by agave plants, this beautiful work of architecture is one of the highlights of Oaxaca."
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Not to be missed is its interior, which is practically bathed in gold.
