Quetzaltenango Department

Guatemala

Quetzaltenango featuring a city
Quetzaltenango featuring heritage elements and interior views
Quetzaltenango featuring a city
Quetzaltenango which includes a city
Quetzaltenango Cathedral featuring heritage elements and a church or cathedral

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Quetzaltenango featuring a city
Quetzaltenango
Known for Historical, Recreation and Culture
With a strong Mayan heritage, colonial architecture and huge volcanoes rising in the distance, this archetypal Guatemalan town enthralls and educates.

Reasons to visit

  • Quetzaltenango Central Park
  • Quetzaltenango Cathedral
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About an hour out of Xela is a wonderful Hike to Laguna Chicabal a sacred Mayan Lake. Plan to leave early and spend the day climbing and in and around the lake. There is often mayan ceremonies going on. Best way to get there is by shuttle from Xela. Note you cannot swim in the lake, it is prohibited. If you like Mayan culture check this place too: http://worldwideadventurers.com/ancient-mayan-culture-san-juan-chamula/
San Martin Sacatepequez
Head to sights like Chicabal Lagoon as you discover the local area in San Martin Sacatepequez.
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