Markets Towns in the Central Valleys of Oaxaca

Friday: Ocotlan, San Antonino Castillo

The Ocotlan Tianguis/Market is south of the valley 40 minutes from Oaxaca City off highway 175 that leads to Puerto Angel in the Pacific Coast. This is a very colorful market as it’s the home town of Rodolfo Morales (nice visit of studio, murals in the town hall and convent), also of the famous Aguilar Sisters (potters), and of Angel Swords workshop (fine cutlery). The Tianguis/Market takes place between the central park & church and colorful stands are set up with the most traditional good from this area of the valley such as: Huaraches(ethnic leather sandals), Canastas(reed baskets), Colorful Pottery, Fine embroidered dresses, Peppers, regional fruits. Like all Tianguis/Markets, there is a special area nearby and easy to walk to where large animals are sold such as: Ox teams, Burros, Bulls, Cows, Goats etc.

The San Antonino Tianguis/Market is only a mile from the Ocotlan Tianguis/Market.
The market is smaller as most go to the later where all the main goods will be found.