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Lake Atitlan and The Highland Region
Ultimate high for hopeless romantics and adventurers
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Located in the western part of Guatemala, this mountainous region is known for its indigenous traditions, folklore and the resplendent Lake Atitlan. After the Maya abandoned the larger cities of the Petén region, they migrated south and up to the template climates of the highlands. The fertile soils of these winding mountains, magical volcanoes and beautiful valleys, became the land of the Cack'chiquel, Quek'chi, Mam and Tzutujil, ethnic Mayan groups whose traditional indigenous culture continues to reign and develop.
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LAKE ATITLAN & ITS VILLAGES
The area was made famous by breathtaking Lake Atitlan, a deep-blue volcanic crater lake surrounded by three picture perfect volcanoes and the colorful Maya villages resting on its shores. Described as one of the most beautiful lakes in the world by late British author Aldous Huxley, it is definitely one of Guatemala’s most spectacular natural attractions... For more on Lake Atitlan and its shore side Indian villages, please click below link.
THE HIGHLANDS
North & west of Lake Atitlan is the highland region known for its traditional Mayan villages, with its superb markets and unique local colors and customs. Most are located in the cool cloud covered Cuchumatanes Mountains, providing an exquisite panorama, and reason enough to visit this enchanted area. It’s like entering a forgotten world where the jungles are replaced by pine forests, grassy fields, hills, cool misty mountains. The sheep and goats roam freely here, and so do the people, living life like they did hundreds of years ago... For more about the Highland region, please click on below link.
SUGGESTED TOURS
Scenic routes, beaches and lakeside villages around Lake Atitlan complement the lake's natural beauty and make for impressive excursions. The lake’s celebrated villages are situated lakeside at the skirts of the volcanoes & mountains, and are spectacles in their own right. The Indian markets are great to shop for handicrafts and textiles, as well as sensational culture absorption. For more information, please click on the link below.
SELECT ACCOMMODATIONS
We have carefully chosen the most exquisite accommodations that have met our highest standards for comfort and style to assure your stay in Lake Atitlan is an unforgettable one.
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