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The street sweepers, with their twig brooms, are out every day cleaning the streets around the Zócalo. The Jacaranda trees, which bloom between January and March, add a striking mauve to the scene. |
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This marimba band plays almost every night in front of the Del Jardin bar/restaurant. |
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Many poor children frequent the Zócalo. These two wanted something to eat, and my friend Daniel shared his ear of corn with them. |
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This woman is from the Isthmus of Tehuantepéc, south of Oaxaca city. Their traditional huipiles are very colorful and add much to the passing scene. |
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The State Concert Band plays almost every Sunday at 12:30 noon on the cobblestone street between the Zócalo and the Cathedral plaza, under the Indian Laurel trees. |
