Oaxaca - Zócalo
Zócalo (Plaza de Armas or Plaza Central), with its attractive bandstand, beautiful old trees and arcade cafés, is at the centre of Oaxaca's colourful life. The colonial-style Palacio de Gobierno (Government Palace) stands on the south side of the square. The unique and colourful Fiesta de Rábanos (Festival of the Radishe) takes place here on December 23rd each year.
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Government Palace
This government building has been restored as recently as 1931. The original building was constructed in 1576, however earthquakes have caused the need for multiple restorations throughout the years.
Iglesia de la Compañia de Jesús
Much of the original Jesuit structure from 1579 is no longer contained within the present building. Columns from the original church exist throughout the block. The last restoration of this church took place in 1867.
