Oaxaca is one of the richest states in terms of cultural, culinary, and ethnic diversity in all of Mexico. However, this abundance of resources does not always translate into shared prosperity among its population. Despite sustained economic growth in sectors such as tourism, manufacturing, and retail, the state’s wealth has been concentrated in the hands […]
Hotel emerges among the trees of Puerto Escondido
The design and location of the Suuel Hotel were based on the power of Puerto Escondido’s beach culture and its powerful influence on the lifestyle of its creators, who head the CAAM + Arquitectos firm. Source: reforma
OAXACA remains underwater and on alert for four tropical cyclones this Tuesday, September 30, 2025.
This new tropical cyclone joins Hurricane Humberto, a Category 2 hurricane in the Atlantic. Both tropical cyclones are maintaining a parallel trajectory and could merge at some point, generating the dreaded Fujiwhara effect, which would have complicated consequences, especially due to the force and torrential rains in states near the Gulf of Mexico and the […]
They carve the soul of Oaxaca in wood
Young Mexican artisans Maricarmen and Roque Jiménez Carrillo grew up in a world filled with scents, textures, and pigments. They belong to the third generation of a family that made wood an everyday language that connects cultures and preserves a legacy of Zapotec tradition in the state of Oaxaca. From a young age, the siblings […]
Mass poisoning of dogs continues in Oaxaca’s Magical Town; authorities distance themselves from the case.
In recent weeks, at least 30 stray dogs have died from poisoning in San Pablo Villa de Mitla, classified as a Magical Town in Oaxaca, according to reports from residents on social media. According to residents, unknown individuals have been dumping dog food such as kibble and poisoned meat. This has been occurring for approximately […]
More than 4 million people visited Oaxaca from January to August 2025: Sectur Oaxaca
As a result of tourism promotion efforts, Oaxaca recorded the arrival of 4,070,986 tourists from January to August of that year, generating an economic impact of more than 15,765 million pesos. The State Tourism Secretariat (Sectur Oaxaca) reported that, according to data from the DataTur monitoring program and the Comprehensive State Tourism Information System, during […]
Man drags dog on highway in Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca; community demands justice
A video circulating on social media has sparked outrage in Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca. The footage shows a driver brutally dragging a pet behind his truck, in what could constitute an act of intentional cruelty or gross negligence. The community demands immediate justice and reminds everyone that animal abuse is not only socially condemnable but also […]
Oaxaca officials ordered to wear indigenous attire every Wednesday
By order of the Secretary of Administration of the Oaxaca government, Noel Hernández Rito, starting October 1st, all employees of said agency must wear traditional clothing from one of the state’s ethnic groups every Wednesday, according to circular number SA/SP/035/2025. The notification has caused anger among public servants, because while they acknowledge their pride in […]
Mezcal Oro de Oaxaca: A family legacy that honors the mezcal tradition
In Santiago Matatlán, the birthplace of mezcal, one of Mexico’s most iconic spirits is born and preserved: Mezcal Oro de Oaxaca. With more than eight decades of history, this brand has kept alive the ancestral art of transforming agave into a spirit of exceptional quality, always respecting the land, the natural times, and the cultural […]
What are the 4 most beautiful Magical Towns in Oaxaca, according to AI?
The routes that cross Oaxaca are home to some of the country’s most captivating destinations; towns where natural wealth and architectural heritage create unforgettable landscapes. According to a selection made by ScribNews, Infobae’s artificial intelligence, these are the four most beautiful Pueblos Mágicos (Magical Towns) in Oaxaca, a list compiled based on an analysis of […]