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Arrival in Quetzaltenango

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April 1st 2019
It is the morning after arriving in Guatemala for my four week rotation (the last of my medical school career) focusing on Medical Spanish and international medicine. I am so thrilled to be here and excited to get started soon with the lessons and volunteer work in the clinics. I am writing this blog to help keep family and friends connected to the trip and also to share some photos. I will do my ... 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