Lambityeco, Archaeological site near Tlacolula de Matamoros, Mexico
Located 25 kilometers east of Oaxaca City along Highway 190, Lambityeco features a series of excavated structures across 117 hectares of land.
The settlement operated as a major salt production center between 600 and 700 AD, supplying 90 percent of salt requirements for the Monte Alban Empire.
The Temple of Cocijo contains stone masks representing the Zapotec rain deity, demonstrating the religious practices of the ancient inhabitants.
Visitors can reach the site by local transport from Oaxaca City, with guided tours available that combine visits to nearby archaeological locations.
Structure 195 stands six meters high with two slope bodies and contains multiple residences of elite families beneath its surface.
GPS coordinates: 16.97167,-96.49194
Latest update: March 4, 2025 06:20
Oaxaca presents historical sites, waterfalls, and traditional villages. The region features pre-Columbian ruins, colonial monasteries, and indigenous crafts. The landscape ranges from mountain ranges to coastal areas with lagoons and beaches.
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