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Lambityeco

Address: Off Carretera 190, Oaxaca
Phone: No phone

Category: Towns
Location: Lambityeco

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Fodor's Review:

Lambityeco, near Ilacolula, was built as the civilization of nearby Mitla was waning. The city flourished until AD 750, when it was abandoned. Many archaeologists believe the inhabitants moved to the better-protected city of Yagul. The Palacio de los Racoqui, or Palace of the Lords, is the last of six larger and larger temples built on top of each other. Here you'll see a pair of carvings of a nobleman and his wife. Between these carvings is the tomb where they were buried. Nearby is the Palacio de Cocijo, dedicated to its namesake, a Zapotec god. A pair of carvings depicts the rain god wearing an impressive headdress. The site is clearly visible from the highway, but for some reason there's no sign.

Cost: $2.60
Open: Daily 8-5

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