All Soul’s Day, Dia de los Muertos, Oaxaca 2021
Today is the day, November 2, that the souls of the departed visit their loved ones here on earth. Our Oaxaca Day of the Dead Culture Tour is immersed in the traditions of the small weaving village of Teotitlan del Valle. We have also spent time in San Pablo Villa de Mitla, the Zapotec City […]
Dance of the Feather: Danza de la Pluma
Coming Wednesday, July 9, 2008, Teotitlan del Valle Nine young Zapotec men in their 20’s and 30’s bedecked in bold primary colors – red, green, yellow, black — and crowned with feathered headdresses the size of a large moon, leap and twirl into the air, shake rattles and raise a carved and painted wooden talisman […]
Temezcal: Oaxaca Sweat Lodge
Temezcal is an ancient Zapotec ritual practice that continues today. I’ve had two temezcal experiences, both in Teotitlan del Valle, that were authentic and memorable. There is something bonding, intimate and spiritual about sharing a temezcal with someone you care about. Plus it’s really fun. I took my most recent temezcal at the home of a […]