The lakeside community ofSanta Catarina Palopo is working on a project to turn itselfinto a beautiful piece of artwork, with a view to creating asource of tourism income for the locals.It's the brainchild of Harris Whitbeck, a Guatemalanjournalist and believer in art as an agent of social ...
Is Mount Everest Really the Tallest Mountain in the World? 10 Famous Artworks by Leonardo da Vinci Why Is Thanksgiving in the U.S. Celebrated on a Thursday? Daily life and social customs inGuatemalainCultural life Also known as: República de Guatemala, Republic of Guatemala ...
K’iche’, Mayan people living in the midwestern highlands of Guatemala. The K’iche’ had an advanced civilization in pre-Columbian times, with a high level of political and social organization. Archaeological remains show large population centres and a complex class structure. Written records of...
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On Guatemala's Caribbean Coast, it is noted for its unusual mix of Garífuna, Afro-Caribbean, Maya and Ladino people and culture. The town was Guatemala's main port until the construction of nearby Puerto Barrios. Uaxactun Deluxe Camping In (2 days) Uaxactun is famous for the discovery ...
Detour:Zone 4 has been transformed from a once-dicey neighborhood full of abandoned factories into a trendy area with a post-industrial vibe. Once dilapidated streets are now alive with colorful street art, art galleries, digital workspaces, craft breweries and cafes serving up local beans that ...
Carlos Mérida National Modern Art Museum Although it’s a modern museum, it houses few pieces other than the most famous Modern artist of Guatemala: Carlos Merida. Useful Information: Where is it? Hall No. 6, Finca Nacional “La Aurora”, zona 13. Contact: +502 2472 0467 Schedule: 9 a...
Purchase handmade art from local makers at the Chichicastenango market © piginka / Getty Images Shop around in the Chichicastenango market Nestled in the green mountains of the western highlands, the town of Chichicastenango hosts a famous artisans’ market every Sunday and Thursday. It ...
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Why people love our tours! Over 300 5 star reviews Katherine A 5 June 2023 Verified Once in a lifetime experienceI would like to start off and mention what an incredible tour guy we had!! Mario exceeded my expectation in every sort of way possible. One hour prior to my tour i had a...