Chichicastenango, Guatemala
Historical Landmark Mayan Culture Popol Vuh Mysticism Tecpán Ceremonies Lake Atitlán Indigenous Market Quiché Kingdom Popol Vuh Chichicastenango Travel Guide Chichicastenango is one of Guatemala’s most culturally significant towns, rich in Mayan history and traditions. It is home to the Quiché people, the largest Mayan...
Tak’alik Ab’aj, Guatemala
Mayan City Hydraulic System Mayan Ruins Olmec culture Tak'alik Ab'aj Travel Guide Located in southern Guatemala, Takalik Abaj was an important Maya trading city that left behind unique remains reflecting the fusion of two great cultures: the Maya and the Olmec.Thanks to its geographic location,...
Cuenca El Mirador, Guatemala
Eco Tourism Maya Biosphere Reserve Lush Jungle Mayan Ruins Archaeological Treasures Global Conservation Cuenca El Mirador Travel Guide Cuenca El Mirador is a vast ancient Mayan metropolis, occupied between 800–400 CE and the most powerful city of the Preclassic period (as early as 1500 BCE)....
Ixpanpajul, Guatemala
Adventure Tourism Flores Hanging Bridges Mayan Ruins Lush Jungle Natural Park Ixpanpajul Travel Guide Ixpanpajul is nestled in the heart of the Mayan tropical jungle, making it a top destination in Guatemala for adventure and nature lovers. The Ixpanpajul Natural Park offers the perfect balance...
Yaxha, Guatemala
Mayan Civilization Ancient Ruins Tropical Jungle The Cultural Triangle Yaxhá Travel Guide In terms of size, the famous Mayan ruins of Yaxhá are relatively small, with around 35 pre-Hispanic buildings. Yet its strategic location made it highly important during the development of the Maya civilization....
Zaculeu, Guatemala
Mayan Ruins Mam Kingdom Western Highlands Pre-hispanic History Mountains and Ravines Zaculeu Travel Guide Zaculeu, located in the Guatemalan Highlands, occupies a strategic site that was difficult for enemies to reach. Also known as Xinabajul, meaning “place among ravines” in the Mam language, it was...
Tecpan, Guatemala
Central Highlands Mayan Ruins Spanish Colonization Mountain Forests Agricultural Region Kaqchiquels Kingdom Tecpán Travel Guide Tecpán, located 55 km (35 mi) from Guatemala City, means “Villa of the Gods” or “House of the Royalty” in the local language. It was the first capital of the country, led...
Copan, Ruins Honduras
Sculptural Art Mayan Ruins Hieroglyphs UNESCO World Heritage Monumental Stairway Copán, Honduras Travel Guide Voyage across the border and discover the Copán ruins in Honduras! This spectacular Mayan city is just a few miles from Guatemala’s border and features stunning remnants of an incredible civilization....
Caribbean Coast, Guatemala
Atlantic Ocean Livingston Palm Trees Quiriguá Archaeological Sites San Felipe de Lara Fort Rio Dulce Natural Sanctuary Puerto Barrios Caribbean Coast Travel Guide Guatemala’s Caribbean Coast is a tropical highlight that’s well worth experiencing. Though relatively short, this palm-fringed coastline is defined by blue-green waters,...
Pacific Coast, Guatemala
Volcanic Sand Beaches Best Places to Visit Sport Fishing Interesting Facts about Guatemala Surfing Monterrico El Paredón Pacific Coast Travel Guide The tropical Pacific coast of Guatemala stretches roughly 250 km (155 mi) from the western border with Mexico to the eastern border with El Salvador. This...
