From Oaxaca: San Agustín Etla Quesillo and Papermaking Tour – Oaxaca, Mexico

EXPERIENCE:

Experience two of the most distinct commercial and artisanal activities in the state of Oaxaca with a tour of papermaking and Quesillo (Oaxaca cheese). You will be picked up from your central Oaxaca hotel and taken about 20 kilometers (approximately 12.5 miles) north of the city center to the Etla District, where traditional Quesillo and paper are produced.

First, you will visit a former hydroelectric plant located in San Agustín Etla, where a community is dedicated to producing paper using natural fibers from the region, such as tree bark, branches, flowers, pigments, and cotton.

Next, you will explore the magnificent Arts Center of St. Augustine, housed in the former La Soledad Yarns and Fabrics Factory, established in 1883 to manufacture raw blankets from cotton. The renovated building now serves as a modern ecological arts center that showcases contemporary art and culture exhibitions.

Lastly, you will discover the secrets of locally-made Quesillo and its unique flavor. Learn all about this famous cheese that originated in Oaxaca, has gained international recognition, and is a crucial ingredient in Mexican gastronomy. You will also visit the Etla market, renowned for being located in the area where Quesillo originated before returning to Oaxaca City.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Learn about local paper making with natural fibers
Visit the Arts Center of St. Augustine, a former textile factory superbly renovated into a modern center for the arts
Discover the secrets to making Quesillo, a traditional Oaxacan cheese with a unique flavor and texture

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