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November 23, 2007 - Christmas in Oaxaca, Mexico is quite different from the usual Christmas celebration done in most parts of the world. Snowmen, sleighs, and Christmas stockings are not part of the scene in this side of town, especially during the days leading to Christmas Day. Instead, what anyone can see is a whole lot of radishes!
In Oaxaca, Christmas means a celebration of the end of the harvest season. And the people of Oaxaca celebrate this by holding the Night of the Radishes – a popular annual festival that showcases the best harvested radishes sculpted in different shapes and sizes.
Every 23rd of December, Oaxacans and curious tourists gather at the Zocalo – also known as the Constitution Square – where local artisans display their best radishes crafted into the shape of animals, dancers, saints, kings, and conquerors. Tableaux of the Nativity, historical events, pastoral scenes, and mythical tales are also depicted.
Families join in the fun of carving the radishes as well and children are taught of the craft on the day of the festival itself through children’s workshops. Nearby cafés are packed with onlookers and bystanders eager to take part in the festivities. Children throw hollowed eggs filled with confetti on passersby and on each other, adding to the festive atmosphere. Contests are held for the best sculpted radishes and winners are announced in the evening. A firework display ends the celebration and locals return on December 24 for a parade of colorful floats designed by the local churches. December 25th is reserved for a grand fiesta with more fireworks, music, and dancing.
Spending Christmas in Oaxaca is one unique way of celebrating the Yuletide season apart from the usual. Oaxaca is one of the places in Mexico with a rich cultural history as can be seen in its architecture, archeological sites, and museums. It is the perfect place for seasoned vacationers to spend the holidays.
Oaxaca’s main industry is tourism and there are numerous lodging houses and accommodations found in the area that cater to tourists. One of these is Hacienda La Noria – a budget hotel located in the center of Oaxaca. Hacienda La Noria Hotel provides very affordable rooms for both holidaymakers and those in town for business. It is conveniently located ten blocks away from the Zocalo – the venue of the Night of the Radishes.
For more information about this hotel, visit: www.haciendalanoria.com.
About Hacienda La Noria Hotel
Hacienda La Noria Hotel is the ideal vacation spot for vacationers and business executives because of its picturesque setting and serene atmosphere. Its colonial structure houses 81 well-appointed rooms with the necessary amenities for the guests’ convenience. It is centrally located in Oaxaca, Mexico.
Contact Information
Hacienda La Noria
Av. Eduardo Mata #1918
Oaxaca, Oax. 68120, Mexico
International Phone: +11 52 951 514 7555
Fax No.: +11 52 951 516 5347
Email: hacienda ( @ ) lanoria dot com dot mx
-Weena Carullo
PR Writer
