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Tikal
Tikal in Guatemala can be reached by air from Guatemala City and is easily reached by land from Belize. Tikal was one of the more important Mayan centers of its time. A lot of the site has been excavated making this an extremely interesting and educational excursion. It is possible to stay in the park, at nearby Lake Petén area or in the town of Flores. |
Lake Atitlan
Located in the highlands, about 3 hours from Guatemala City, Lake Atitlan is famous for its natural beauty and characterized by colorful Mayan villages that dot the lake. It is surrounded by 3 traditionally shaped volcanoes. Formed by a collapsed volcano cone, Lago de Atitlan is the deepest lake in central America. |
Chichicastenango
"Chichi" is a colorful market town in the highlands, less than 1 hour from Lake Atitlan. Market days are Thursday and Sunday. Chichi has 2 churches on opposite ends of the market, showing a blend of Catholicism and traditional Mayan religion. |
La Antigua
Antigua is a city in the central highlands, 1 hour from Guatemala City. It is famous for its well-preserved Spanish architecture as well as a number of spectacular ruins of colonial churches. The town is alive with handicraft shops and street vendors. |
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Currency:
Quetzal
Language: Spanish
Gateway airport:
Guatemala City (GUA)
Travel time from:
- ATL 3.5
- MIA 2.5 hrs
Time zone: (GMT -6)
Central Standard Time.
DST is not observed.
Voltage: 115V-125V
Dialing code: 502+
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