Oaxaca Airport is located in Oaxaca, Mexico and services national and international flights. Since Oaxaca is a relatively small city this airport just has one terminal to cater to the needs of domestic and international passengers. Regardless of this fact they airport is still laced with all modern amenities that you generally would find in upscale cities such as free Wi-Fi and multiple car hire counters.
A city bustling with life
Oaxaca is one of the largest and most prosperous Mexican cities. This city is bustling with life and host multiple festivals throughout the year which is indicative of its rich cultural heritage as well. You would even find posters and banners of upcoming cultural events all over Oaxaca Airport. Some of the most popular festivals are –
- Guelaguetza – This is also known as Monday festival that is celebrated on the hills. This is one of the oldest and most significant festivals celebrated in Oaxaca and is known to have its origins in the pre-Hispanic times. It celebrates the glory of the goddess of corn and at each festival a young maiden is chosen to represent the goddess. This festival literally sprawls over the city of Oaxaca and utilizing car hire would significantly cut down on your travel time and cost.
- Noche de Rábanos – The Night of the radishes festival represents one of the oldest farmer festival of the city of Oaxaca. Thousands of participants from across Mexico and internationally as well gather to celebrate this joyous fest. In this festival internationally renowned carving artists show off their skills by creating intricate designs by carving out on radishes. You can also buy a souvenir in the form of a carved radish from shops located near the Oaxaca Airport as well.
- Donaji – This festival is dedicated to the remembrance of warrior princess Donaji. Her birth was accompanied by a prediction that she would lay down her life for her country and so she did whole fighting against an invader army against Mexico. She was brutally killed by decapitating her head by a river and to this day it remains a famous spot in the remembrance of her sacrifice. The Donaji festival is celebrated by reenacting the story of Donaji and her sacrifice at various major spots in Oaxaca. You would need to procure the services of a car hire to roam around the city during this festivals to enjoy the sights and taste the delicate dishes of Mexican origin.
