Traveling to Guatemala: Bringing History to Life

For its reasonably small square milage - more or less the same size as Tennessee - Guatemala is full of history and striking sights. From snapping pictures of the Mayan Ruins of Tikal to strolling through a park as you find yourself chirped to by exotic birds, you will in all likelihood find no better - or more original - spot than Guatemala for your next holiday.

Mayan Ruins. Go sightseeing at the Mayan Ruins and feel like you have passed way back to a period when the Mayanâ€™s prospered, from 700 BC to 900 AD. Tikal is well known as 1 of â€œthe worlds travel wonders,â€ and entices thousands of tourists every year with its spectacular ruins and rich historic significance.Â At one time a thriving city, Tikal is currently an designers fantasy with more than three thousand structures. You are bound to view royal palaces, palaces and steam baths, for example. Established in 500 B.C., the historic Mayan city of Tikal thrived for just a little more than 1500 yrs.. Today it has been appointed to UNESCOâ€™s listing of Heritage of Humanity.

If you enjoy creatures, then the Tikal National Park is a must see. While you Tour around tikal in the national park, you may be surprised by the shrieks, whistles, and cacophony of the occupant howler monkeys, tropical birds, toucans, and macaws. You could even find a deer traverse the trail in front of you. Lucky tourists recount beholding a jaguar nearby.

Panajachel. Lake Atitlan is perhaps the most striking lakes out of all those in Central America. Overlooking Lake Atitlan are 3 volcanoes - San Pedro, Toliman, and Atitlan. The area was One time the midpoint for natives seeking to win over Indians to Catholicism. With coffeehouses and restaurants lining the roads, Panajachel has fabulous stores coupled with an dynamic nightlife. There are also a few Institutes for students who want to learn Spanish.

Chichicastenango. Only 2-1/2 to three hrs. from Guatemala City, Chichicastenango is a spectacular, little town rested on the mountaintops, acknowledged for its enchanting stucco structures. If you enjoy going shopping at flea markets, you will discover no better bazaar than Chichicastenangoâ€™s handicraft market. It is one of the best in Latin America, commonly attracting visitors from all over the area. You will find stunning hand crafted shirts, masks and hand carved items.

Santo Tomas, a four hundred year old church building, is a second must visit in Chichicastenango. To get in, you have to come up eighteen stairs - representing each month on the Mayan calendar. Now a Catholic Church, Santo Tomas is known as the last remaining church in the area where Guatemalan people may worship the Mayan Gods.

La Antigua. In a nation that cares for its colonial history, Antigua is a appreciated city. One of the most captivating colonial cities of all those in Latin America, its charm and leisurely ambiance attract The Spanish language students and tourists from all parts of the earth.Â Antigua is home to several Spanish language schools and scholars of all ages take trips to Guatemala to learn Spanish. Determining which language school is best for you might be a tough job, so you will certainly want to investigate AmeriSpans help (www.guatamaleschool.com). AmeriSpan Guatemala makes choosing a program and getting ready for your vacation better and more low priced.

Only close to 45 mins from the Guatemala City airport and 2 1/2 hrs from Panajachel, tourists get an oppurtunity to learn at an Guatemala Spanish program when traveling in Guatemala

In addition, some adult students return to volunteer in one of the numerous volunteer projects in Guatemala.Â

No matter what your reasons for visiting Guatemala, do not forget to take your camera.