Guatemala: Updates & Travel

Travel in Guatemala

• Tikal, the Mayan centre, in the jungle full of howler monkeys is, together with the very colourful Guatemalan population, the main attraction. Antigua is the place where many Spanish courses are given and where it is pleasant to stay. Chichi has something magical, Flores, Livingston, Xela (Quetzaltenango) and Panajachel (with the famous Atitlán crater lake) complete the tour.
• Take a jungle tour or eco-trek on or around the Rio Dulce.
• Climb the active volcano Pacaya near Antigua (in a group).
• Spanish lessons in all shapes and sizes in Antigua or Quetzaltenango (Xela), with the aim of being able to speak Spanish well.
• Take a two-day trip to the famous Mayan ruins of Copán in Honduras.
• The lively and authentic market of Chichi (castenango), high in the mountains.
• Monterrico on the Pacific: good surfing, cheap and fun!
• Flores is a town located in the north of Guatemala, in an area of ​​the former rulers of the Mayas. Flores is located on an island in Lake Peten and is a good base for a visit to the ruins of Tikal. These world-famous Mayan pyramids are hidden in the jungle of the tropical rainforest and there is an extensive animal life here.
• Antigua; about a 45-minute drive from Guatemala City is this former Spanish colonial capital of Central America. The city is located in a deep valley and is surrounded by the volcanoes Agua, Fuego and Acatenango, which have played an important role in the history of Antigua. The city has a colonial atmosphere with churches, monasteries, palaces and squares. In 1979, Antigua was declared a 'monument of America' by UNESCO.
• Lake Atitlán, surrounded by volcanoes and Mayan villages. Called by many 'the most beautiful lake' in the world.
• Be aware that the Mayans can find it very disturbing if there are onlookers present at their rituals where offerings are made to the gods.
• Be prepared that Guatemala City is not a safe city. You really should not visit some areas as a fully packed traveler, other areas are perfectly accessible. A taxi is not an unnecessary luxury when you just arrive with all your luggage. Many travelers prefer to avoid Guatemala City altogether. However, there are interesting places (Palacio Nacional, museums). If you use your common sense and do not take valuables with you, you can quietly explore parts of the city.

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