Oaxaca de Juárez Municipality

Ancient ruins in Oaxaca de Juárez

This collection focuses on the central archaeological core of Monte Albán, the pre-eminent Zapotec capital. The list includes the Main Plaza's monumental structures, such as the arrow-shaped Building J observatory and the North Platform’s ceremonial complexes. Visitors can explore burial chambers like Tomb 104 and Tomb 105, alongside the "Danzantes" stone reliefs at Building L. These ruins demonstrate the advanced urban planning and astronomical knowledge of the Oaxacan highlands from 500 BCE to 800 CE.

Oaxaca Ancient Ruins — Map

A

Tumba 105

Zapotec burial chamber featuring well-preserved murals depicting deities and ceremonial processions.

B

Plataforma Norte

Massive ceremonial structure housing several temples and a sunken patio, serving as a primary religious hub.

C

Edificio D

Part of a structural complex on the western side of the Main Plaza.

D

Tumba 104

Renowned for its vibrant murals and the discovery of ornate Zapotec funerary urns.

E

Tumba 108

Ancient Zapotec funerary structure located near the northern residential area.

F

Pyramide I

Ceremonial pyramid structure situated on the North Platform.

G

Patio Hundido

Large sunken courtyard located at the center of the North Platform, used for elite ceremonies.

H

Adoratorio

Small square altar located in the center of the Main Plaza, used for ritual offerings.

I

Edificio L

Also known as the Building of the Dancers, featuring early stone carvings of captive figures.

J

Eificio B

Structural component of the ceremonial complex on the North Platform.

K

Templo G

One of the three central temples aligned along the Main Plaza's north-south axis.

L

Templo Sur

Massive 40-meter wide platform marking the southern boundary of the Main Plaza.

M

Monticulo J

Unique arrow-shaped building believed to have functioned as an astronomical observatory or victory monument.

N

Edificio E

Residential structure located on the eastern side of the archaeological site.

O

Templo H

Central temple structure located between Temples G and I in the Main Plaza.

P

Eificio I

Part of the central building group located within the Main Plaza.

Q

Templo I

The southernmost of the three central temples in the Main Plaza.

R

Edificio III

Large ceremonial platform situated on the southern end of the site.

S

Edificio IV

Monumental structure on the western side of the plaza, similar in design to Building M.

T

Edificio M

Large ceremonial complex featuring a central courtyard and steep staircases.

U

Edificio VG

Structural complex located on the eastern edge of the North Platform.

V

Edificio X

Administrative or residential structure located north of the main ceremonial center.

W

Edificio A

Large platform located on the northern end of the Main Plaza.

X

El Palacio

Multi-room residential complex used by the Zapotec elite, featuring a central patio.

Y

Edificio II

Ceremonial structure located in the central row of the Main Plaza.

Z

Edificio P

Large platform on the eastern side of the plaza, notable for its astronomical alignments.

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