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72 hours in ... Guatemala and its unmissable beauties of the Mayan world

There are many places to visit in Guatemala, a small country, located in the heart of the Mayan world, perfect for any type of traveler, due to its great diversity, where you can enjoy from the adventure of climbing an active volcano to enjoy An aquatic paradise in the middle of the jungle.

72 horas en… Guatemala y sus imperdibles bellezas del mundo maya

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The natural wonders that this country has are incredible and have a lot of relationship with our country because it is the heart of the Mayan world. Guatemala not only has natural beauties, there are also colonial spaces, lakes and endless markets with gastronomic delights that make this country a Spot to visit.


Guatemala city

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The forced in this destination. You have to explore the capital of the largest country in Central America as it has many options that will get your attention. The National Palace is one of the must-see stops on a city tour, which can continue with a visit to the La Aurora Zoo and is divided into three regions: African, Asian and American, an unmissable ride that can be familiar. Complement your tour with the Popol Vuh Museum, the Guatemalan Cathedral dating from 1815 and stop at the National Museum of Archeology and Ethnology, a cultural jewel of the Mayan world.

To rest and recover energy of the day, you have to stay at the AC Hotel of Cayalá city, a hotel that has all the amenities you need, incredible views and delicious dishes on the menu, do not forget to be part of the wine tasting with tapas that They make in the resort's main restaurant a unique experience.

Tikal

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The Tikal National Park, declared a World Heritage Site, is one of the best archaeological sites in the world. It is located in the middle of the jungle, it remained hidden and abandoned by the Maya for over a thousand years, until it was discovered in 1848. This important city of the ancient Mayan civilization is made up of many temples, steles and pyramids, which captivate any traveler.
Do not miss the monumental Grand Plaza that is surrounded by tall pyramids and large buildings, the Acropolis, the 57-meter-high Temple V, the Jaguar Temple and Temple IV, the perfect place to see a magnificent sunset of sun over the jungle. Although you can visit it in several hours, we recommend you arrive early in the afternoon to see the sunset in the park and sleep near the entrance, and then you can visit the site early the next day, with few people.

Ancient

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It is the old capital of Guatemala and stands out for its stone streets, the beautiful pastel-colored facades of the colonial houses, the old churches and convents, and for being surrounded by three impressive volcanoes, which give it unique and unforgettable perspectives. Some of the places you can not miss in La Antigua are the Central Square, the Cathedral of Santiago, the Convent of Santa Clara, the Convent of Santo Domingo, the Church of Carme, the Convent of the Capuchins, the Church and Convent of La Merced, the Arco de Catalina and the Mirador del Cerro de la Cruz with stunning views of the city and its volcanoes, #Instamoment Alert!

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Lake Atitlan

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Lake Atitlán, located more than 1,500 meters above sea level and surrounded by the volcanoes of Atitlán, Tolimán and San Pedro, is another place that has to be on your list. On the shore of the lake, located among the most beautiful in the world, you will find several villages that maintain the Mayan culture and tradition, which are also a highly recommended place to relax and rest thanks to its many meditation, yoga and massage centers.

Other highlights of the lake are the backpacking town of San Pedro la Laguna, the quiet villages of San Marcos la Laguna and San Juan La Laguna, the Mayan villages of Santa Catarina de Palopó and San Antonio de Palopó, and the magnificent viewpoint before arriving at the tourist Panajachel, the gateway to the lake.

Yaxha

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Yaxhá, located north of Petén, is one of the least known Mayan jewels, this archaeological site with large buildings and pyramids located in the middle of the jungle and on the banks of the Yaxhá lagoon, not having the fame of Tikal, allows you to enjoy Its ruins in a quieter way.
Some of its most interesting places are the Ball Game, the Cazada de las Canteras, the Great Astronomical Complex or Plaza F, North Acropolis and the Te

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