Centro Oaxaca (pronounced wa-ha-ka), also known as El Centro Histórico and a UNESCO World Heritage site, is home to Zapotec and Mixtec Indians and traditional pre-Hispanic culture. Its rich history, colonial architecture, plethora of restaurants, museums, art galleries and bustling markets makes this city a must-see travel destination.

I arrived in Mexico City during the evening and headed straight from the airport to my apartment in Coyoacán. I was so excited. I came with one intention: Frida Kahlo.