Oaxaca

The state spans across mountainous regions, Pacific coastal plains, and the Isthmus of Tehuantepec, containing 570 municipalities across diverse geographical zones.

Archaeological findings in the Guila Naquitz cave reveal evidence of early agricultural practices dating back to 2000 BCE, focusing on corn, beans, and squash cultivation.

The region maintains strong indigenous influences with multiple ethnic groups, including Zapotec and Mixtec communities, who preserve their traditional languages and customs.

The Pan-American Highway connects major cities while air transportation serves remote areas, facilitating movement across the mountainous terrain of the state.

The state government recognizes 418 municipalities operating under usos y costumbres, a system that allows communities to maintain traditional forms of self-governance.

Location: Mexico

Inception: 1824

Capital city: Oaxaca de Juárez

Elevation above the sea: 1,644 m

Shares border with: Chiapas, Puebla, Guerrero, Veracruz

Website: http://oaxaca.gob.mx

GPS coordinates: 17.00000,-96.50000

Latest update: May 28, 2025 16:18