Xmas decs up in Xela

The magnetic draw of Xela

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January 16th 2009
Quetzaltenango, otherwise known as Xela. Described in the Rough Guide as reminscent of an industrial town in Northern England - grey and cool with friendly down-to-earth inhabitants. 'Just like home' I thought and headed there with the intention of spending Xmas and New Year here. In reality it was pretty dull since most of Xela's inhabitants head for the lake of coast for the holiday season. ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Guatemala » Western Highlands » Quetzaltenango

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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