Oaxaca de Juárez Municipality

Oaxaca de Juárez is the administrative capital of the Central Valleys region, located at about 1,557 meters (5,108 feet) elevation. The city combines colonial-era buildings with modern neighborhoods and serves as the region's government and cultural center.

Spanish settlers founded the city in 1532 using the Aztec name Guajaca, derived from Huaxyacac. The area achieved municipal status in 1879, transforming into an independent administrative entity.

The main plaza features murals in government buildings that reflect local artistic traditions and the region's craftsmanship. Visitors can observe how contemporary artists continue to document the city's character through their work displayed in these public spaces.

The city operates on UTC-06:00 time zone with telephone area code 951 for making calls. The main postal code 68000 covers central administrative areas and helps with mail delivery to local addresses.

Local residents continue speaking Zapotec and Mixtec languages, traditionally known as La'a and Ñuu Nunduva respectively. These indigenous languages remain woven into daily conversations and community identity throughout the municipality.

GPS coordinates: 17.09659,-96.72078

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:22