Chillin' on the jetty

Chillin' On The Jetty

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August 4th 2007
Yes, I realize that I am just publishing this diary now, a month after this trip took place, but that just goes to show how lazy I am. First I should explain why I ventured from the affluence of the country club and the saftey of my tiny little college campus to vacation in a place where a hot shower was a luxury. I suppose I don't really have any deep or philosophical answer for that other that i ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Guatemala » Western Highlands » San Marcos La Laguna

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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 experience... ... read more