Sign In
Advertisement
From: Central America Caribbean » Guatemala » Petén Region » Flores
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]
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: Flores and Santa Elena, Guatemala
Date: July 7th 2006
Date: July 7th 2006
Intro to Flores
Flores is built on an island in Lago de Peten Itza. A 500 meter causeway connects it to the lake shore town of Santa Elena. As the departmental capital, Flores is a is a dignified place. Its church, small government building and municipal basketball court surrounded the plaza, which sits atop a hill in the ... read more
Advertisement
