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A little about Playa Zipolite, The Beach of the Dead . . .

Playa Zipolite, Oaxaca, Southern Mexico, on the Pacific Ocean. A little bit about my favorite little get-away on this small world of ours.

Zipolite, a sweaty 30-minute walk west from Puerto Angel, brings you to Playa Zipolite and another world. The feeling here is 1970's - Led Zep, Marley, and scruffy gringos.

A long, long time ago, Zipolite beach was usually visited by the Zapotecans...who made it a magical place. They came to visit Zipolite to meditate, or just to rest.

Recently, this beach has begun to receive day-trippers from Puerto Angel and Puerto Escondido, giving it a more TOURISTY feel than before.

Most people come here for the novelty of the nude beach, yoga, turtles, seafood, surf, meditation, vegetarians, discos, party, to get burnt by the sun, or to see how long they can stretch their skinny budget.

I post WWW Oaxaca, Mexico, Zipolite and areas nearby information. Also general budget, backpacker, surfer, off the beaten path, Mexico and beyond, information.

REMEMBER: Everyone is welcome at Zipolite.

ivan

Saturday, July 7, 2012

Welcome to one of Mexico`s most popular beach retreats. Puerto Escondido


Puerto escondido, Mexico
Welcome to one of Mexico`s most popular beach retreats. Puerto Escondido is one of those places that pleases all. The year-round warm climate and white sandy beaches are an open invitation to all those in need of a tan. It attracts the younger crowd, couples families, the retired, both from Mexico and abroad. The differences in prices is huge, which makes Puerto Escondido an affordable place to stay. With no less than 4 main beaches (there are more!) with their own distinct setting, the different tourists can go about their way on the beach that suits them most.

The huge variety of accommodation caters to anyone`s taste and can be found near the center, uphill or close to the beaches. Taxis are plentiful and transport tourists to any destination in this widespread beachtown. The town is safe and has a pleasant ambiance and the locals are among the most service-oriented in Mexico.

Many watersports can be practised and some beaches even have good waves for surfing or taking lessons. Each November surfing contests are held here and rank among the most popular events in the region. There is also the possibility to rent bicycles, surfboards, snorkeling - scuba diving equipment, etc.

Restaurants offer a local and international cuisine (with great fish dishes) and are worth checking out before hitting the electrifying nightlife, where folklore, dance and live acts provide the entertainment.


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