Places to Visit in Guatemala - Enjoy a Amazing Events, Locations, with a Cup of World Famous Guatemala Coffee

Take the trip of a lifetime and find places to visit in Guatemala, such as Antigua. This Central American city is located between three cone shaped volcanoes. It is a city that played an important role in the Spanish Empire by being the headquarters for Central America. There were many mansions, monasteries and churches built during this time that attract visitors today. Most were built by Mayans who were forced to be a part of the then-day military.

Antigua is a city that attracts those who want more relaxed surroundings. The visitors to this area love the lack of traffic and the many architectural sights that have been preserved. Cobblestone streets exist here and this area was listed in 1979 as a UNESCO World Heritage site. There are many of the original buildings that are just ruins of their former glory, but many have also been restored and turned into hotels.

In addition to the ambiance of the old world charm of the area, there are many places that tourists can go to enjoy the bar scene or try out the cuisine of several different types. As a place to enjoy yourself Antigua rates as a good stop on your tour of places to visit in Guatemala.

Guatemala City is the hub of it all. From the three million residents to the wealth of the entire country, you will find it all in Guatemala City. The city sits on hilly land that is surrounded by volcanoes. It is a fast-paced city and if you have come here for the cinemas, museums, restaurants and shopping you are in luck.

To see some of the traditional aspects of Guatemala, you may want to visit Panajachel. This is were Nebaj is located. This is an old town that is dotted with adobe walls of sun-bleached white and cobbled streets. The local people that live here are skilled craftsman, especially the women.

They have a method of weaving that is like no other and there are many examples for your perusal. The women here wear cloths on their heads that are adorned with tassels. The men do not dress in the traditional way any longer, but there are plenty of shops to find the local crafts and purchase some to take home.

While you are finding places to visit in Guatemala, two days a week there is a likeness to a flea market that is held in the market. This is filled with traders plying their wares from used clothing to stereos. There are also fresh vegetables and fruit as well as chickens and eggs.

Visitors during August will be able to attend the Nebaj Fiesta. This is a fun time for all with dancing, fireworks, drinking and a marathon which features playing the marimba are part of the activities. The marimba is similar to a xylophone.

When you decide to check out the places to see in Guatemala you will find out why they call this country “The Land of Eternal Spring”. The weather here is great the whole year. There are actually only two seasons in Guatemala. One is a wet season, which is from May to the middle of August and the dry season from the middle of August to April.

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