Monte AlbánWas the epicenter of their culture and a place of divine worship. It was inhabited by goldsmiths, silversmiths, priests and astronomers, farmers, royalty and wisemen.The Zapotecs had both a written and numerical system and used a calendar of 365 days. ‘Classic Zapotec’ traits and traditions continued until the time of the Spanish conquest - some 800 years after Monte Albán was abandoned.Check out this website http://studentweb.tulane.edu/~dhixson/montealban/montealban.
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Guelaguetza check out the weblink http://oaxacalive.com/guelaguetza.htmA Zapotec word indicating an offering, Oaxaca's Guelaguetza is the term used to describe the ceremony and celebration held each year to propitiate the gods in return for sufficient rain and a bountiful harvest.The Guelaguetza, is a commitment to sharing and the practice of contributing for the betterment of the community though it is done between individuals.