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A visit to Ipala VolcanoA visit to Ipala Volcano

25/06/2011
Un ascenso al volcán activo más visitado de Guatemala. A climb to the most visited active volcano in Guatemala. Esta vez el fuerte viento en contra y la inusual actividad de gases azufrados hicieron más  [ más ]

Contact usContact us

23/02/2011
Feel free to contact us. Want to know more about Guatemala? Do you need a tour? Need hotel recommendations? Do you want to share a story? Or just want to say hi Send us an  [ más ]

The other side of Pacaya volcanoThe other side of Pacaya volcano

07/05/2011
Dry lava flows in a valley still covered by dark spots, is very wide, the scenery is beautiful and the view of the volcano, simply incomparable, to appear next. From the distance you can see  [ más ]

Guatemala, Central Americas first cityGuatemala, Central Americas first city

15/08/2011
Iximche Mayan ruins. Established but not built, the city of Santiago de los Caballeros in Guatemala stood at Iximche, a few minutes of Tecpan in Chimaltenango. Iximché meeting the ideal conditions of indigenous groups had  [ más ]

A destination with Seven AltarsA destination with Seven Altars

30/04/2011
The name Seven Altars comes from seven wells quiet and clean waters that make this place. Actually there are more pools but seven are distinguished by their size and beauty. It is a protected area  [ más ]

On a cold clear day at TajumulcoOn a cold clear day at Tajumulco

23/12/2012
Picture taken in automatic mode at Tajumulco Volcano (4,220 meters above sea level). Tajumulco is the highest peak in Central America and you can see ice formations over the rocks and among the grass near  [ más ]

Travel information

Fijese means bad newsFijese means bad news

23/02/2011
Funny thing about Guatemalans (or perhaps not so funny) is the use of the language. Fijese is one of the most characteristic words in the country. Its literal translation would be -pay attention- or -focus-(strictly  [ más ]

Healthy travelHealthy travel

23/02/2011
From Baja Verapaz to Quiche, Guatemala's beauty and culture cannot be rivaled. Historical and cultural sites fill visitors with a sense of awe and wonder. It is like none other, its diversity unmatched. To fully  [ más ]

About Guatemala Travel GuidesAbout Guatemala Travel Guides

23/02/2011
What would you do if you live or if you visit such a wonderful country? my dear friend, Guatemala is so beautiful that traveling comes naturally. And then, what would you do with all those  [ más ]

Map of GuatemalaMap of Guatemala

23/02/2011
Map of the departments of Guatemala.  [ más ]

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23/02/2011
Feel free to contact us. Want to know more about Guatemala? Do you need a tour? Need hotel recommendations? Do you want to share a story? Or just want to say hi Send us an  [ más ]
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Chicabal Lagoon in QuetzaltenangoChicabal Lagoon in Quetzaltenango

25/02/2011
Photo by JorgExtremo Of all the volcanoes of Guatemala are famous for having two lakes in its crater. One is the Ipala Volcano (which some say is in Jutiapa and others in Chiquimula, but see  [ más ]

Momostenango RiscosMomostenango Riscos

24/02/2011
Famous for its curious formations called -Riscos de Monostenango-, Momostenango itself is a city located in Totonicapan, having a very active market, fairly modern accommodations and maya language schools. There are different levels of maya  [ más ]

Sneaking snake at IxobelSneaking snake at Ixobel

14/12/2012
Another of my favorites. We were on our way to Ixobel caves. The trek over there takes 2 hours aprox so we stopped to rest for a little while. Suddenly I turn around and see  [ más ]

Mixco Viejo GuatemalaMixco Viejo Guatemala

11/05/2011
It is located between the edge of the departments of Chimaltenango, Guatemala and Quiche. The climate of the site is warm, so it is recommended to be covered to prevent sunburn, use sunscreen also. It  [ más ]

Junajpú, new feature at Volcán de AguaJunajpú, new feature at Volcán de Agua

29/09/2011
The cable car over the Agua finalmence will take place. It is a unique work of its kind and will carry tourists from Santa Maria de Jesus to the crater of the volcano. It is  [ más ]

October 20, day of the RevolutionOctober 20, day of the Revolution

15/07/2011
October 20 is the day that Jorge Ubico ceased to be president of Guatemala. October 20 is commemorated today the revolution of 44 officially ending a long period of presidency, but it is not out  [ más ]

Tikal the City of VoicesTikal the City of Voices

24/02/2011
Few places in the world require little introduction such as the National Park of Tikal. The archaeologist define this monumental beauty as a ceremonial location more than a city. It's been called the New York  [ más ]

Agua Volcano view from Pacaya TrailsAgua Volcano view from Pacaya Trails

23/02/2011
Climbing a volcano is always better in the early morning. This way not only you avoid the heat of the midday sun, you also get the best of the day: clear sky and amazing view.  [ más ]

Railway Museum in ZacapaRailway Museum in Zacapa

09/04/2011
The Railway Museum Zacapa was launched by the station workers who cleaned and fixed the place specially to meet him. Immediately impressed understand the work, effort and commitment of the labor required to create and  [ más ]

Chingo volcano between Guatemala and El SalvadorChingo volcano between Guatemala and El Salvador

26/04/2011
If you're starting out on the mountain, the summit is not to be missed. The height of this volcano is 1.775 meters over sea level. Side of Guatemala is located in the department of Jutiapa  [ más ]

Ceibal archaeological mayan site near SayaxcheCeibal archaeological mayan site near Sayaxche

24/02/2011
Ceibal is located in Peten, at north from Guatemala City. It's almost for sure you come from Sayaxche (Peten) or Chisec-Raxruja (Alta Verapaz) when visiting Ceibal. As you can see on the map at the  [ más ]

Bombil Pek caveBombil Pek cave

24/02/2011
Briones down in July front of the cave. The trip started as usual ... the call of one of the team telling an interesting place. Within minutes, call after call to finalize with others, to  [ más ]

Read about the History of Guatemala

Mayan wisdom confronts religionMayan wisdom confronts religion

08/08/2011
When we speak of Christianity we are told of the challenges of the Catholic Church preaching and converting the Indians. The scenario usually locate groups of peoples as ignorant (if not all were) who accepted  [ más ]

The arches of EsquipulasThe arches of Esquipulas

16/03/2011
Arches of the aqueduct water Esquipulas drinking. After the Spanish conquest in Chiquimula, Esquipulas began to chart a new town together with their public services. Pobable water topped the list. Taking advantage of the topography  [ más ]

Cahi Tunatiuh Imox and the conquerorCahi Tunatiuh Imox and the conqueror

29/06/2011
More than admirable is the resistance that gave the Indians before the Spanish conquest. Iximché, and take by the colonists suffered all kinds of hardship and oppression of the conquerors who demanded taxes for land  [ más ]

The costly stucco of the Mayan pyramidsThe costly stucco of the Mayan pyramids

01/05/2011
Pointing to the wall guide Stucco Palace, Cancuén. Mayan temples were colorful artwork. We have cases of temples and palaces decorated with murals painted in the details of its history as Cancuén palace where you  [ más ]