Chichicastenango and Lake Atitlan: From Traditions to Paradise
Chichicastenango and Lake Atitlan: From Traditions to Paradise
Chichicastenango and Lake Atitlan: From Traditions to Paradise
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The tour of the Guatemalan highlands is a unique contrast of nature and culture. Our first point to visit will be the Chichicastenango craft market, which is only installed on Thursdays and Sundays. In this place we will know the daily living of the Quiche Maya and we will have time to make purchases of crafts, a very important part of the experience. In the afternoon, the visit continues in the town of Panajachel, where we will have lunch and enjoy a panoramic view of the beautiful Lake Atitlan, formed more than 85,000 years ago and currently guarded by three imposing volcanoes. At the end, the return to Guatemala City begins.
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Guatemala City(Pass by)
Admission Ticket Free06 : 30 a.m. Departure from Guatemala CityAntigua(Pass by)
Admission Ticket Free07 : 30 a.m. Departure from Antigua GuatemalaChichicastenango
2 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeThe population of Chichicastenango is a living example of K’iche Mayan cultural resistance, where tradition, religion and commerce intertwine in an environment that attracts both researchers and tourists. Its identity is reflected in language, clothing, ceremonies and community life, making it a cultural epicenter of Guatemala.Iglesia de Santo Tomás
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeThe Church of Santo Tomas in Chichicastenango is one of the oldest colonial temples in Guatemala, built in the 16th century and famous for its religious syncretism, where Catholic rituals and Mayan ceremonies coexist. It is in this temple that the original manuscript of the Popol Vuh, the sacred book of the K’iche Maya, was foundPlaza y Mercado Santo Tomás
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeThe Chichicastenango Market is known for its cute colors, market days are usually on Thursdays and Sundays where the variety of items and merchandise of hundreds of colors increases. It is located in front of the central church in the main square of the municipality, with sale of clay crafts, typical fabrics, fruits, vegetables and more.Lake Atitlan
2 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeLocated in the Guatemalan highlands, Lake Atitlan is of volcanic origin and surrounded by three volcanoes. On this visit you will have the opportunity to take in an unforgettable panorama of the most beautiful lake in the world.
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USD 93.67
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