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Yagul at Dusk

The ruins at Yagul offer a pastoral atmosphere far from the crowds of Monte Albán, making it the perfect place to watch the sun dip below the western horizon.

Best time: sunsetAbout 180 min

Timeline

  1. 16:42

    Yagul

    Walk the trails among the ruins as the afternoon heat fades. The site is less overrun with tourists, allowing for a quiet exploration before the main event.

  2. 18:02

    Yagul

    Find a vantage point facing west. The sun sets toward the WSW in winter, W in spring and autumn, and WNW in summer, casting long shadows across the stone structures.

  3. 18:12

    Yagul

    Watch the sunset. The golden light that begins roughly an hour before the sun dips below the horizon will highlight the textures of the ancient walls.

  4. 18:57

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    Leave the ruins as it gets dark. The site is located 2 km east of Tlacolula, so you will need to arrange transport back to the town center for dinner.

Local tip

Yagul is 2 km east of Tlacolula. Plan your return transport from Tlacolula after dark.

Check before you go

  • The site is open for evening visits, but check specific closing times for the date of your visit.
  • Wear sturdy shoes for the unpaved trails.
  • Bring a light jacket as temperatures drop quickly after sunset.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Oaxaca (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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