Zona Arqueológica de Atzompa on Postcard

"Archaeological Site with Beautiful Views On a hilltop adjacent to Monte Alban, just outside the city of Oaxaca , there is an archaeological site that has just recently been excavated. Atzompa was a satellite city of the great Zapotec capital of Monte Alban. The site provides breathtaking views of the valley and is fascinating in its own right. Archaeologists have uncovered three ball courts, two sumptuous residences, several temples and a large kiln here. Atzompa archaeological site dates from around 650 to 850 A.D. Since excavations are not yet complete, very few tourists make their way up here, so you can quietly enjoy the beauty of the spot."

Oaxaca's Ancient Civilizations

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"Archaeological Site with Beautiful Views On a hilltop adjacent to Monte Alban, just outside the city of Oaxaca , there is an archaeological site that has just recently been excavated. Atzompa was a satellite city of the great Zapotec capital of Monte Alban. The site provides breathtaking views of the valley and is fascinating in its own right. Archaeologists have uncovered three ball courts, two sumptuous residences, several temples and a large kiln here. Atzompa archaeological site dates from around 650 to 850 A.D. Since excavations are not yet complete, very few tourists make their way up here, so you can quietly enjoy the beauty of the spot."

If You Only Have Three Days in Oaxaca

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Johntony

Google

Thought to be where Zapotec nobility lived. Not Mont Alban but worth a visit as it is empty of other people and the views are stunning. Difficult to get to and can be very difficult to leave -- be sure you have a plan for a taxi to pick you up.

Maarten van den Dungen

Google

A real unexpected find. This recently reopened counterpart to Monte Alban is smaller but also WAY less crowded at under 50 visitors per day on average. We took a taxi from downtown Oaxaca and back for 500 pesos, the site itself is admission free. Ride up takes about 30 minutes. The site has great views, good signage and is very relaxed without the vendors and tour groups. If you have some time this is a really nice morning spent off the beaten track.

Greg Eversoll

Google

Such a cool & wonderful historically cultural experience . . . and it is FREE & beautiful! Really Interesting how Atzompa tied into Monte Albán, visible & just a few hills away! I had the place to myself! Must 👀!

Célia

Google

Amazing archeological site of the Zapotec civilization with breathtaking views. We were literally the only ones visiting and we had all the place to ourselves. No fee for entrance!

Mikael Haller

Google

Getting here is the main obstacle for some. Take a taxi to Santa Maria Atzompa and then from the village take a moto taxi to the site. Once you register with the guard, you have the place to yourself. The site was part of Greater Monte Alban and was built for several wealthy families and to keep a watch on the Etla Valley for intruders. Well signed in Spanish and English. When you are done start walking back down the hill and within 15 minutes we came across several taxis and mototaxis to take us back. Easy to do and well worth the experience.

Jens Rohleder (Xenso)

Google

Amazing place, not the main archeological attraction therefore no crowds and for free. Very good views from the surroundings

Povilas K

Google

A marvelous quiet place

Douglas Striker

Google

Beautiful ruins. Many tourists go to Monte Alban because it is in the tour books. Atzompa was recommended to us as there are no crowds. Many steps to go up to reach the ruins and you are around 6000'-7000' up. So take your time as the air is a bit thinner. No cost to enter.

Johntony

Google

Thought to be where Zapotec nobility lived. Not Mont Alban but worth a visit as it is empty of other people and the views are stunning. Difficult to get to and can be very difficult to leave -- be sure you have a plan for a taxi to pick you up.

Maarten van den Dungen

Google

A real unexpected find. This recently reopened counterpart to Monte Alban is smaller but also WAY less crowded at under 50 visitors per day on average. We took a taxi from downtown Oaxaca and back for 500 pesos, the site itself is admission free. Ride up takes about 30 minutes. The site has great views, good signage and is very relaxed without the vendors and tour groups. If you have some time this is a really nice morning spent off the beaten track.

Greg Eversoll

Google

Such a cool & wonderful historically cultural experience . . . and it is FREE & beautiful! Really Interesting how Atzompa tied into Monte Albán, visible & just a few hills away! I had the place to myself! Must 👀!

Célia

Google

Amazing archeological site of the Zapotec civilization with breathtaking views. We were literally the only ones visiting and we had all the place to ourselves. No fee for entrance!

Mikael Haller

Google

Getting here is the main obstacle for some. Take a taxi to Santa Maria Atzompa and then from the village take a moto taxi to the site. Once you register with the guard, you have the place to yourself. The site was part of Greater Monte Alban and was built for several wealthy families and to keep a watch on the Etla Valley for intruders. Well signed in Spanish and English. When you are done start walking back down the hill and within 15 minutes we came across several taxis and mototaxis to take us back. Easy to do and well worth the experience.

Jens Rohleder (Xenso)

Google

Amazing place, not the main archeological attraction therefore no crowds and for free. Very good views from the surroundings

Povilas K

Google

A marvelous quiet place

Douglas Striker

Google

Beautiful ruins. Many tourists go to Monte Alban because it is in the tour books. Atzompa was recommended to us as there are no crowds. Many steps to go up to reach the ruins and you are around 6000'-7000' up. So take your time as the air is a bit thinner. No cost to enter.

Royce K.

Yelp

Love going up here its like 20 min drive from the house it's free to go inside hardly anyone there the views are grate take your time relax in the peace and quite

Zona Arqueológica de Atzompa

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