Background: The Maya civilization flourished in Guatemala and surrounding regions during the first millennium A.D. After almost three centuries as a Spanish colony, Guatemala won its independence in 1821. During the second half of the 20th century, it experienced a variety of military and civilian governments as well as a 36-year guerrilla war. In 1996, the government signed a peace agreement formally ending the conflict, which had left more than 100,000 people dead and had created some 1 million refugees.
April 17th 2008Central America Caribbean » Guatemala » Livingstone Saturday night in Placencia we decided we needed to head back to work so we got up early on Sunday and headed down to Punta Gorda to get a (bacically a small boat that holds about 20 people at the mo ... 9 photos[full story]
February 22nd 2008Central America Caribbean » Guatemala » Livingstone This little mixed city of Livingstone with Mayans, Garifunas, and whites is a perfect place to relax and enjoy the peacful life of these people with various cultures together. Of course the long walk ... 2 photos[full story]
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