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Museum
The site has a worthy small museum with local artifacts. They include the so-called Dancer stone slabs carved in low relief with human figures in unconventional poses.
Name
The Spanish gave Monte Alban ("White Mountain") its name. It had several pre-Columbian names, including one that translates as "Sacred Mountain".
What
to wear
You will likely be doing a lot of stair climbing, so wear comfortable, good-grip shoes. Bring a hat - shade trees are scarce. To avoid the midday sun, explore the site early or late in the day.
Nearest
major city
Monte Alban is half-hour by car from the city of Oaxaca.
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