Mayan Temples of Gran Plaza at Tikal National Park, Guatemala

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15 of the Most Delicious Chocolate Experiences Around the World Per Viator TravelersFrom farm visits to build-your-own-bar workshops, here are the top-rated chocolate experiences globally. Read more

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10 of the Top Maya Ruins in GuatemalaDelve into Guatemala’s sacred ancestral heritage with a visit to these Maya ruins.Read more

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A view of Maya ruins in the Tikal National Park in Guatemala.

Celebrating Day of the Dead in GuatemalaFrom kite flying to horse racing, here's how (as well as where and when) to celebrate Day of the Dead in Guatemala.Read more

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Giant kites at a Guatemalan Day of the Dead celebration

Guatemala’s Holy Week Processions: What Are They and How To Experience ThemThese annual religious parades make up one of the country’s most important—and vibrant—cultural celebrations. Read more

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A Guatemalan Holy Week procession takes over the street.

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Acatenango

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Lake Atitlan (Lago de Atitlán)

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Tikal National Park (Parque Nacional Tikal)

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The heartland of Central America, Guatemala offers a variety of traditions, cultures, and natural wonders. As the historical heart of the Maya civilization, Guatemala has a rich heritage, and today the country weaves the threads of the past into a vibrant modern culture. The country's landscape is just as dynamic with active volcanoes, misty mountains, turquoise lagoons, dense jungles, ancient temples, and colonial-era towns and cities.

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