Antigua

Antigua

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August 26th 2007
I decide to alter my route and make my way to Antigua after a hurricane left much of central and northern Guatemala with many anticipated rain storms, as I was originally going to Coban to explore some of the many outdoor adventure circuits they have to offer. Nestled between three volcanoes, Antigua is well known for its many colonial churches and cobble stoned streets (see pictures). Most ... read more

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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