Parque Ciudad de las Canteras — Attraction in Oaxaca

This is a wonderful park. It has many amenities for all types of people. It’s a great place to relax and take a reprieve from the city. It’s also a great place for kids with a park and other spaces designed for them. Many places in the park are in a state of disrepair and are off limits. I hope the city invests more in this place as it’s very special. There are many different plants to explore and a lake filled with fish. The topography is magical. The buildings here are of a unique architectural design and are worth exploring.

Spend an afternoon here! Afterwards check out one of the many eateries on its periphery in the surrounding neighbourhoods. Well done...

I found this place on the map and decided to walk to it for a look. At first it seemed a little weird but in context I found it to be great. It is an old Quarry site then just a waste running through it. The late 80s saw the creation of a public area and now displays many terraces, stage areas, and artifical pounds. Such a nice use of space and worth having a look if in the area. During the day it is hot a dry with very few people but after it cools off it becomes a more lively family area. It appears a huge construction has forced the closure of half the park which seems a shame but maybe reopen...

A hidden treasure. This chasm was a quarry and the source of much of the green stone used in the building of Oaxaca. Long ago it was converted into a park with many stone walls, paths, and small lakes. Also some performance venues.

Recently it is undergoing a massive rehabilitation and upgrade. As of 3/2017 the top third is essentially complete. The middle third is closed and walled off (I assume for construction) and I don't know the status of the bottom third.

The park is rarely discovered and visited by tourists. It's a nice place for a walk and an excellent place...