Centro Oaxaca (pronounced wa-ha-ka), also known as El Centro Histórico and a UNESCO World Heritage site, is home to Zapotec and Mixtec Indians and traditional pre-Hispanic culture. Its rich history, colonial architecture, plethora of restaurants, museums, art galleries and bustling markets makes this city a must-see travel destination.

Ah, Oaxaca! Oaxaca is the capital city of the state of Oaxaca and my favorite region in the country. I have to admit, I don’t like picking favorites because each destination that I visit has something special, but let’s just say Oaxaca is extra special. When I travel, the most important factors are food, culture, people and landscape. Oaxaca checks them all.

I arrived in Mexico City during the evening and headed straight from the airport to my apartment in Coyoacán. I was so excited. I came with one intention: Frida Kahlo.