I spent ten days in Oaxaca recently during the Day of the Dead Festivities and loved it. Absolutely loved it. The color. The music. The dancing. The crafts. A party with heart, it is called.
This city is being discovered.
According to Fodors, Oaxaca has experienced a 77% increase in tourism since 2020. It’s no wonder. The city is gorgeous, safe and has a wonderful year-round climate.
It’s also the “go-to” place to observe Day of the Dead. But before I delve into this festive celebration, lets look at why I enjoyed the city so much.
1. Like much of Mexico, Oaxaca is colorful. I loved that. Whether it is the street art or the splashy get ups, the color makes me happy. During Day of the Dead chrysthanums are everywhere. More about that later.