Monte Albán Heritage Center: Your Ultimate Guide to Oaxaca’s Ancient Wonder

Free audio tour, printable maps, expert travel tips, and secrets you won’t find on any sign. Explore Monte Albán like a pro — not just a tourist.

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Monte Albán Heritage Center: Your Ultimate Guide to Oaxaca’s Ancient Wonder

Free audio tour, printable maps, expert travel tips, and secrets you won’t find on any sign. Explore Monte Albán like a pro — not just a tourist.

Free Self-Guided Monte Albán Audio Tour

Free Self-Guided Monte Albán Audio Tour

Walk the 5 major attractions in the Monte Albán ruins step-by-step with a detailed audio guide containing hidden insights.

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Free Essential Travel Tips for Monte Albán PDF

Free Essential Travel Tips for Monte Albán PDF

A 26 page PDF that includes visitor, safety and cultural tips as well as local insights and hidden gems. Print it or use on your phone.

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MAHC Trusted Guide Directory

MAHC Trusted Guide Directory

Browse a curated list of trusted, local tour guides who specialize in Monte Albán and surrounding areas..

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Discover the mystery of

Monte Albán

The epicenter of Zapotec civilization — a city of cosmic alignment, power, and purpose.

Welcome to the Monte Alban Heritage Center (MAHC) — the most comprehensive, independent guide to Oaxaca’s most sacred archaeological site. Here you’ll find accurate information, immersive audio tours, local insights, and respectful storytelling. Whether you’re planning a visit or just curious about the ancient Zapotec capital, we’re here to help you explore Monte Albán with clarity, depth, and wonder.

What is Monte Albán?
Perched high above Oaxaca’s central valley, Monte Albán was the heart of Zapotec civilization — a city of cosmic alignment, political power, and spiritual purpose. From its carved glyphs and temples to its sacred tombs and celestial alignments, it remains one of Mesoamerica’s most profound archaeological achievements.

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