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Zocalo vs Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzman
Both are endorsed by professional travelers. On balance, Zocalo scores slightly better than Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzman. Zocalo ranks #2 in Oaxaca with approval from 3 sources such as Lonely Planet, Fodor's and Michelin Guide.
Zocalo
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
U.S. News & World Report
Bustamante and Portal de Palacio S / N, Oaxaca 68000
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Fodor's
"During the day it seems as if everyone passes through Oaxaca's shady main plaza, with its wrought-iron benches and matching bandstand."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Traffic-free, shaded by tall trees and surrounded by elegant portales (arcades), the Zócalo is the perfect place to start soaking up the Oaxaca atmosphere."
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Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"The old Plaza de Armas is lined to the south by the Palacio de Gobierno and to the north by the cathedral giving onto Alameda Square and its large trees."
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U.S. News & World Report
1.0
"Skirted by cafes and eateries and bounded by the Palacio de Gobierno on its south side, the Zócalo is a prime spot for people-watching, picking up a souvenir...watching day fade into vibrant night "
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Templo de Santo Domingo de Guzman
Frommer's
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
U.S. News & World Report
Travel + Leisure
Oaxaca
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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.
