Of the Lake Atitlan Villages, there are 5 that are the Tourist Hubs for Lake Atitlan.  Lake Atitlan is surrounded by 11 villages, Maya culture is still prevalent and traditional dress is worn.

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Lake Atitlan Boat Tours

The Maya people of Lake the are Tz’utujil and Kakchiquel.  The Kakchiquel initially allied themselves with the invaders to defeat their historic enemies the Tz’utujil and Quiché Maya

Panajachel is the Gateway into Lake Atitlan. There are three main areas of the town with the central part, Barrio Norte to the north and over the San Francisco River, Jucanya.

San San Juan for Art and Natural Mayan Textile Weaving. San Pedro for Volcano Hiking. Santiago Atitlan for History of the Guatemala Civil War. Santa Catarina Palopo is a cultural village with amazing Artistic Painting of the Towns Square and Buildings.

Santiago Atitlan is the best known of the lakeside villages and is noted for its worship of Maximón

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Lake Atitlán Village Tour

Lake Atitlán Village Tour offers a rich cultural experience, the best of Lake Atitlán's villages while avoiding the more touristy spots.
What does Quetzalteca mean?Grow Your Own Cure
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What does Quetzalteca mean?

What does quetzalteca mean? "Quetzalteca" is a traditional Guatemalan alcoholic beverage, specifically a type of aguardiente, which is a clear, potent liquor made from sugar cane. This drink is deeply embedded in Guatemalan culture and is named after the quetzal, the national bird of Guatemala, symbolizing freedom and wealth. Quetzalteca is renowned for its unique flavor and high alcohol content.
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Who Grew Your Food

Knowing who grows your food can help ensure it is produced without contaminants. This reduces the risk of contamination with pathogens like E. coli, Salmonella, and Listeria, which can cause serious illness.
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Guatemala Pacific Coast Beaches

Five Days on  Guatemala Pacific Coast Beaches. Which is the best, and how do you get there? We included maps from Guatemala City and Antigua
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NO GMO For Guatemala | Fruits & Vegetables

NO GMO For Guatemala Fruits & Vegetables | Monsanto has been Stopped in their attempt to include GMO in Lake Atitlan Food. The fresh fruits, and vegetables in the Lake Atitlan markets will amaze you.  Lake Atitlan Food in the form of fruits and vegetables are so plentiful that you won’t know where to start and while there are many that you will recognize there are also plenty that you will not.
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Travel Itineraries

Today we will begin a series of posts on travel itineraries we suggest. Guatemala is a beautiful country packed with adventures for any traveler.
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Required to travel to Guatemala?

What is required to travel to Guatemala? To enter Guatemala, you will need a U.S. passport that is valid at the time of entry. There is no minimum validity period for a U.S. passport. U.S. citizens do not need a visa and are admitted to Guatemala for 90 days.
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Lake Atitlan Weather Forecast 2024

Lake Atitlan Weather Forecast 2024. In Lake Atitlan the rainy season ends at the end of October.  This year due to the effects of El Niño
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Guatemala

Guatemala many guests have asked for more information. Semuc Champey is a natural monument in the department of Alta Verapaz, Guatemala
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Airbnb Impacts Lake Atitlan Vacation Rentals

Airbnb Impacts Lake Atitlan Vacation Rentals, Homes, Experiences & Places. Airbnb has arrived in Lake Atitlan some time ago. COVID-19
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Guatemala Markets Restaurants StreetFood

Guatemala Markets Restaurants Street Food. I adore visiting the markets in Guatemala to get local cheese, meats, and fresh veggies.
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Lake Atitlan Vacation Rentals

Lake Atitlan Vacation Rentals not only offer stunning views of the lake they offer all the modern conveniences of home and much more.
Top 5 Lake Atitlan Tours 2021
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Guatemala Tours Atitlan | Antigua | Livingston | Monterrico

Guatemala Tours | Lake Atitlan, Antigua, Livingston, Monterrico. Antigua Guatemala Tours, Panajachel Chichi Market Thursday Sunday
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San Pedro Sunrise Hike

San Pedro Sunrise Hike is located on the northwest shores of Lake Atitlan beside San Juan La Laguna is the famous mountain formation called Indian Nose for its resemblance to a Mayan nose.
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Lake Atitlan Guatemala Chicken Bus Etiquette

Lake Atitlan Guatemala Chicken Bus Etiquette. A Chicken Bus is the main form of Transportation in Guatemala. Each day millions ride the Chicken Bus, no unions, computers or specific Chicken Bus Schedules exist.
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Lake Atitlan Cooking School

San Pedro Lake Atitlan Culinary Cooking School is perfect for people who love to learn about local Mayan foods and want to learn how to make these dishes. We often think of our Lake Atitlan Cooking Classes as workshops that introduce you to the flavors of ancestral Maya cooking while providing an incredible opportunity to be a part of daily life with a Tz’utujil Maya family.
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Santiago Atitlan Lake Atitlan

The village of Santiago Atitlan is located directly across Lake Atitlan from Panajachel, Santiago Atitlan Lake Atitlan Guatemala. Santiago Atitlan Lake Atitlan Guatemala | Lake Atitlan Tours and Travel Services
Lake Atitlan Guatemala Volcano Facts | Volcán Atitlan | Volcán Tolimán | Volcán San Pedro
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Lake Atitlan Guatemala Volcanoes

Lake Atitlan Guatemala Volcanoes | Volcán Atitlan | Volcán Tolimán | Volcán San Pedro, hiking is the most popular activities Lake Atitlan, Guatemala.
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Chichicastenango Market Days

Chichicastenango Market Days are held on Thursdays and Sundays where vendors sell handicrafts from all over the region of Chichicastenango
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Guatemalan Mayan Cuisine

But to get a taste of the true Mayan experience, there are a few dishes you simply must try: Kak'ik: This flavorful turkey soup is a specialty of the Q'eqchi' Maya people of Alta Verapaz. The turkey is simmered in a rich broth spiced with achiote, coriander, and chiles, and served with small white tamales steamed in banana leaves.
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Indian Nose Sunrise Hike

Best Hike in Lake Atitlan Indian Nose Sunrise Hike. The Hike is also known as the Maya Nose Hike from San Pedro. Enjoy the Sunrise with Cha
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Indian Nose Interesting Mountain – On The Shores Of Lake Atitlan

Indian Nose Is A Interesting Mountain On The Shores Of Lake Atitlan located on the northwest shores of Lake Atitlan beside San Juan La Laguna is the famous mountain formation that is called
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Lake Atitlan Ceramics Store

San Antonio Palopo Lake Atitlan Ceramics Store | Lake Atitlan Tours and Travel Services. San Antonio Palopo Lake Atitlan Ceramics Store offers pottery and ceramics that are created in San Antonio Palopó incorporates hand-painted.
Lake Atitlan Guatemala Meat
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Lake Atitlan Guatemala Meat

Lake Atitlan Guatemala Meat and Beef. If you are new to Guatemala or a Traveler to Lake Atitlan you will find that much if not all the meat from the local markets in Guatemala is, "Tough, or really Tuff". The main reason is that, unlike US Beef, the cattle in Guatemala are mostly grass-fed and are not finished with corn like US Beef.