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Guatemala's spectacular Western Highlands run from Antigua to the Mexican border. Pines blanket misty hillsides, rivers cascade through sliver-thin ravines, volcanoes rumble overhead. Catch market day or witness offerings to drinking, smoking St Maximon, in Chichicastenango. See traditional life in the Ixil Triangle. Clamber the Cuchumatanes Mountains. Mayan dialects and ceremonies are still part of everyday life for the majority of Guatemala's indigenous population, still living where their... more » Guatemala's spectacular Western Highlands run from Antigua to the Mexican border. Pines blanket misty hillsides, rivers cascade through sliver-thin ravines, volcanoes rumble overhead. Catch market day or witness offerings to drinking, smoking St Maximon, in Chichicastenango. See traditional life in the Ixil Triangle. Clamber the Cuchumatanes Mountains. Mayan dialects and ceremonies are still part of everyday life for the majority of Guatemala's indigenous population, still living where their ancestors trod. « less

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“A great town nothing like the rest of Guatemala”

Antigua Guatemala

4 of 5 stars
junglelawyer
nicaragua
22 Nov 2009

This little town is a great place to stay if you're coming into Guatemala airport. You can take an $8 shuttle from Guatemala city or $30 private cab right to this little town, and it's worth it since...more

“Charming, clean, comfortable, and close to the center of Antigua”

Hotel Casa Cristina

4 of 5 stars
Elliehhmm
Chicago USA
22 Nov 2009

With the Central Park just four blocks away, Casa Cristina is a charming place to stay without being right on top of the late night craziness. The hotel has a 24-hour security guard so although...more

“Spectacular views with hospitatlity, food, and an overall experience to match.”

Lomas de Tzununa

5 of 5 stars
Elliehhmm
Chicago USA
22 Nov 2009

The owners built this amazing place by hand and it shows in their excellent service and mind-boggling attention to detail. Thierry and Maria ensure that every guest's experience is as perfect as...more

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