What do you want when you travel? Do you want highland treks along the slopes of smoldering volcanoes? Do you want to wander cobblestone streets, drinking coffee in front of grand colonial edifices? How about scaling ancient ruins to peer above humid jungle canopy? What about witnessing the modern traditions of the descendants of the people who built those ruins? In that case, my friend, you want to travel to Guatemala.
Guatemala is the most populous country in Central America. It is the Mayan heartland, and formed the core of the ancient Maya civilization. Later on, the Spanish conquered the territory, and Guatemala formed part of the vice-royalty of New Spain. After independence, Guatemala formed part of the Mexican Empire and the Republic of Central America before settling into the borders we know today.
Read the following posts to gain all the insight you need into the fascinating country of Guatemala.
Get started by reading our Guatemala guide here: Go to Guatemala: A Travel Guide Without the Tourist Traps
Tikal. The very name conjures up images of majestic, ancient pyramids surrounded by lush green jungle. The ruins of Tikal […]
Tikal: Wandering Through the Mists of Guatemala’s Most Iconic Mayan Temples Read Post »
I was really excited to visit Livingston. In fact, when we were planning our backpacking trip through Guatemala, I fully
Tropical Rio Dulce is an underrated destination in Guatemala. The beautiful, lazy river rambles through sumptuous jungle hillsides crammed with
Rio Dulce: Relaxing and Exploring on Guatemala’s Sweet River Read Post »
Lanquín is a bit of an enigma. It’s the gateway to the hugely popular natural area of Semuc Champey, one
Lanquín, Guatemala: Exploring the Caves and Chocolate Beyond Semuc Champey Read Post »
There are few travel destinations more captivating than Guatemala’s Semuc Champey. White limestone cliffs rise up from the jungle-coated floor,
Is Semuc Champey Worth It? The Real Story Behind Guatemala’s Tourist Hot Spot Read Post »
Poets have written a million words inspired by the beauty of birds and flowers. There are few flowers more beautiful
Quetzals to Orchids: A Travel Guide to the Birds and Flowers of Cobán, Guatemala Read Post »
There’s a magical place nestled up in the Guatemalan highlands: an azure lake, surrounded by volcanoes and towering cliffs. In
Diving into Lago Atitlán: Travel to Guatemala’s Most Beautiful Lake Read Post »
There are plenty of interesting things to do in Quetzaltenango, also known as Xela, if you know where to look.
Discover Xela: A Guide to the Best Things to See and Do in Quetzaltenango Read Post »
Is Guatemala City worth visiting? Even though I’ve been there, I’m still not sure I can answer that question. Guatemala
Antigua is probably the number one travel destination in Guatemala. Every year, thousands, if not millions, of tourists flood the
Wandering in Antigua: a Travel Guide to Guatemala’s Most Touristed City Read Post »
