developing country, the people are known to be very welcoming to strangers. Outside of major cities, gay Guatemalans tend to live quite discretely, however, you will find loud and proud gay scenes in the areas of Antigua and Lake Atitlan. You'll also find a small gay scene in Guatemala ...
Reading eyewitness accounts of major eruptions as far back as the 18th century vividly brings to life that people living with risk and trying to deal with uncertainty has a long history. In 1775, one of Fuego's neighbouring volcanoes, Pacaya, erupted. Panic and confusion is evident in the mo...
process. Despite internal debate, the Office of the Historian published the volume without the inclusion of a disclaimer indicating that the published documentation on Guatemala provided an incomplete and distorted history. Critical reviews of the compilation appeared in academic journals and major ...
The structures align with the cup of the Big Dipper, the constellation Draco, and the constellation Ursa Major. Guatemalan archaeologist Dr. Marion Popenoe Hatch has suggested that Takalik Abaj might have had a role in the creation of the Mayan calendar. “It is evident,” she says, “that...
their experience atHyatt Centric Guatemala City. Situated in the heart of the city, it offers easy access to major attractions, shopping centers, and business districts. Whether you're here for business or pleasure, you'll find yourself conveniently located near everything you need. Last but ...
This will be a new route for Rutahsa Adventures, passing through the major Maya town of San Pedro Tolimán, then climbing up the caldera rim on a recently improved road through Santa María Visitación connecting to the Panamerican Highway. We hope this new route will afford some great views...
her first major title, and in August 2011 at the World Championships she finished in 19th place in the 20 km event, being the top ranked woman from the Americas and setting high expectations for the Pan American Games competition later that year. On 23 October 2011, at the age of 20, ...
With the first alarm bells ringing, the League—from its headquarters in Geneva—launched an international appeal on February 5 to its national societies. In a Newsflash report distributed to all its 122 member societies, the League called for help and, with that, set in motion a major intern...
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How to get there: Any major town will have buses running to Xela. Where to stay:Casa Siebelhas an ideal location by the city’s Central Park, set in an old Colonial mansion packed with rustic charm. Find more hostels in Quetzaltenango ...