Mexico City Oaxaca

Mexico City is the densely populated, high-altitude capital of Mexico. It's known for its Templo Mayor (a 13th-century Aztec temple), the baroque Catedral Metropolitana de México of the Spanish conquistadors and the Palacio Nacional, which houses historic murals by Diego Rivera. All of these are situated in and around the Plaza de la Constitución, the massive main square also known as the Zócalo

Oaxaca is famous for its rich Indigenous culture and ancient history, evident in sites like the Zapotec city of Monte Albán. It's celebrated for its vibrant gastronomy, including various moles and Oaxacan cheese, its famous mezcal production, and colorful artisan crafts. The region is also known for its stunning colonial architecture, lively festivals such as the Day of the Dead, and beautiful natural surroundings