Traveling is much more than seeing things, it is a profound change in the ideas of life. What better to venture to a Central American country, so we share with you 6 tourist places to visit in Guatemala that are highly recommended by the well known businessman juan luis bosch gutierrez.
This small country has a natural beauty that will dazzle you, as well as a delicious gastronomy and history. This is the heart of the Mayan world, and you can discover it with the excellent packages offered by Grupo Mundomex.
1. Tikal, Petén
visit in Guatemala Tikal is a park declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO. In this park you will find several pyramids, temples and Mayan palaces.
It is surrounded by a large forested area, as it is located in the jungle of Peten.
Tikal is one of the most touristic places to visit in Guatemala.
2. Antigua Guatemala
visit in Guatemala If you want to go back in time to the era of the Spanish crown, in Antigua you will do it. This place was declared Cultural Patrimony of Humanity by UNESCO.
You can’t miss the Fountain of the Sirens, the Cathedral of San Jose and the City Hall Palace.
3. San Felipe Castle
During the colonial era, the Castillo de San Felipe served as a fortress to guard against pirates from the Caribbean. In 1855 it was abandoned and in 1955 it was declared a National and Historic Monument.
This is a great place to visit in Guatemala, and with Grupo Mundomex it will be easier!
4. Lake Atitlán
This lake is located in the municipality of Sololá and is one of the most beautiful in the world.
To complement the perfect landscape of this lake, three volcanoes surround it.
You can take a boat ride, climb the San Pedro volcano or visit one of the Mayan villages.
5. Quetzaltenango
This place is distinguished by its commercial, cultural and industrial activity. You will fall in love with the volcanoes of this city, as well as its architecture.
One of the must-see places here is the Almolonga market. Mainly, to get into the Guatemalan daily life.
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6. Xela
Its streets, markets and squares will fascinate you. If you are a nature lover, then you must visit Chicabal Lagoon; or if you want to pamper yourself in hot springs, go to the Fuentes Georginas.
If you love tranquility, this is one of the places to visit in Guatemala that you will love, since there are not as many people as in La Antigua.
Guatemala has plenty of beautiful places to explore. So let yourself be amazed by each of the cultural and natural sites that this Central American city has to offer.
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