Teotitlán del Valle is a village and municipality situated in the Tlacolula District within the Valles Centrales Region of Mexico. Located approximately 31 km from the city of Oaxaca, it sits in the foothills of the Sierra Juárez mountains. The name Teotitlán originates from Nahuatl, meaning "land of the gods," while its Zapotec name, Xaguixe, translates to "at the foot of the mountain."
Established in 1465 as one of the first villages founded by Zapotec peoples in the area, the community retains its Zapotec culture and language. The village is primarily known for its traditional textiles, specifically rugs woven on hand-operated looms. These products are crafted from wool sourced from local sheep and colored using natural dyes. The artisans combine historical Zapotec designs with contemporary styles, including reproductions of famous artworks, and offer tours of family-owned workshops to visitors.