Zaachila Archaeological site

This is a small dig as part of a larger site at one time. The site is in the middle of the modern town of Zaachila.

Excavations here were directed by Professor Roberto Gallegos in 1962 and the dig was mainly centered on a platform containing two large tombs.

There are many legends of Oaxaca that consider this as having been the last city of the Zapotecs in the valley. The analysis of the evidence from the tombs however proves that in the late urban era, the Mixtecs had taken over, were the new landlords and buried their governors with great treasures in those tombs.
Of the tombs excavated one stands out as there were beautiful gold treasures discovered among many other fine jewels.

*Every Thursday there is a market day around the main streets of the town and also within walking distance is the animal section where livestock are sold, which is fun and picturesque to visit.

Entrance Fee $24 pesos
Open daily from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.