Awaiting Their Fate

These coloured candles would soon be added to the fire on the altar at a Mayan New Year ceremony


From: Central America Caribbean » Guatemala

Guatemalan  Flag 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]
Blog: Mumma Maya
Date: June 12th 2009

Pitch Black Arrivals and Coughing Fit Hell

Arriving in Guatemala didn't go quite according to plan. Instead of getting to the capital in plenty of time to find somewhere to stay, or even better to move straight on, we arrived in Guatemala City in the dark and in the rain! Guatemala City isn't exactly a great place to wander around with a backpack during the day, never mind at night, so ... read more







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