Once again, thanks to its impressive landscapes, Oaxaca is the perfect setting to carry out the filming of a Mexican series. Netflix production, The secret of the riverdirected by Mexican filmmaker Ernesto Contreras, captivated the audience Not only because of its intriguing plot, but also for its scenarios and the rich Zapotec culture that portrays in each scene. Much of its charm is due to the careful choices of locationsthat perfectly wrap the context and atmosphere that the series transmits.
The main and most important location in the plot of Secret in the river It is the Isthmus of Tehuantepec, A region that connects the Pacific and Atlantic oceans. This became the perfect scenario for production, thanks to its colorful traditions and its amazing natural landscapes. From virgins beaches, distinctive colonial architecture and even leafy jungles, the isthmus offered the perfect backdrop to carry out the story. Around six locations were those used within this region.
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Fierro bridge
It's about One of the most representative works of the twentieth centurybuilt by General Porfirio Díaz with the Mexican Railways. With the passage of time, the strong rainfall ended some parts of this construction, including the road section. In 1998 there was a record of the last rail that circulated on the bridge with passengers on board.
Today, the railways stopped working, giving merely pedestrian use where civilians make manifestations and organizations in it.
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Steel Tehuana
This beautiful sculpture was elaborated by Miguel Hernández, a recognized sculptor, who became a reference and milestone of Oaxaca. It is a metaphor for refer to the Tehuanas women who have managed to stand out in areas dominated by men. It shows that women are strong, resilient and independent, in addition to represents female empowerment maintaining the characteristics and cultural roots of Tehuantepec.