Guatemala - Culture, Traditions, Cuisine: Guatemalans are increasingly exposed to the intrusion of foreign influences upon their way of life. All aspects of communication—periodical news, the comics, soap operas, film—are primarily of foreign origin. A
The blend of Mayan and Ladino cultural identities that shape Guatemala today permeates Shea's discussion of history, religion, social customs, media, literature, cinema, performing arts, and contemporary art. Students and other interested readers will come to understand how the traditions and ...
Here the verdant hills sport emerald-green grass, cornfields and towering stands of pine, and every town and village has a story. The traditional values and customs of Guatemala’s indigenous peoples are strongest in the Highlands. Mayan dialects are the first language, Spanish a distant second....
Here are some expert tips for travelers visiting Lake Atitlan: 1. Respect the local culture: Lake Atitlan is home to several indigenous communities that have their own traditions and customs. Respect their way of life and ask for permission before taking photos. 2. Bring cash: Most of the lo...
On our tours you will frequently interact with local people, each with their own distinct customs and traditions. We therefore ask you to be considerate and to treat them with respect. Your tour-leaders and guides will always be able to advise you accordingly. There is no dress code in G...
Here are some expert tips for travelers visiting Lake Atitlan: 1. Respect the local culture: Lake Atitlan is home to several indigenous communities that have their own traditions and customs. Respect their way of life and ask for permission before taking photos. 2. Bring cash: Most of the lo...
Festivities, customs, and daily life of the country mirror its rich cultural legacy. Particularly those of the Maya, indigenous traditions still shape Guatemalan civilization. Integral to the cultural fabric of the nation, traditional crafts, music, and dance link the past with the present. Geograph...
Founded by Spanish Conquistadors in 1543, the city today is a UNESCO World Heritage Site of some note, its rich mix of Mayan and Spanish customs and traditions still permeating every aspect of Antiguan life. Villa Colonial or similar Day 2 Antigua Day 2 Antigua A walking tour of the ...
Each region may have it's own language, and history, often with different villages in the same region having their own unique customs, traditions and beliefs. Similarly, the most striking symbol of Mayan identity is the traditional dress, though today it is mostly only women and girls who do...