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Adventures in
Guatemala
| The colonial charm of Antigua is
well-known to travelers, yet the true beauty of the country
lies tucked away in the highlands. The Mayan communities have
retained their traditions, languages, and culture. The vivid
panoply of colors and designs in their clothing will leave you
in awe. Our documentaries, photos, and travel tips are all you
need to discover Guatemala by
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Photos of the
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From
Tikal to the Altiplano:
Ancient
and Modern Mayan Cultures in Guatemala
Guatemala has the richest
ethnic diversity of all the countries of Central America.
Eighty percent of the population is indigenous. Most groups
are descendants of the Mayans and have preserved their
traditional clothing, folklore and language. Mayan
archeological sites are abundant. Some, like Tikal, are world
famous, others still lay hidden in dense jungles waiting for
explorers to discover their secrets.
Tikal, the Ancient Mayan City of
Guatemala
Guatemala Recent
History
Guatemala is a colorful country with friendly
people, but the horrific civil war has left many scars.
Tourists might be unaware as they stroll through local
markets, but somewhere deep inside the people's hearts, the
war remains. |
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Places of
Interest:
Among the special places I visited, I
include here the following: Tikal, Todos Santos, Zunil,
Solola, Nebaj, Chajul, Nahuala, Totonicapan, Lago de Atitlan,
Momostenango, San Francisco El Alto, Chichicastenango, Antigua
and Quetzaltenango. Guatemala City did not make the
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Indigenous Villages and other Places of Interest in
Guatemala
Mayan
Villages and their Festivals/Markets, Guatemala
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