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Santiago

The open market in Santiago. Not nearly as big as Antigua, but we were grateful to have found a great market for our food. Almost everything is negotiable, but the prices are so low, it is hard to offer a lower price. For example; 2 jalapeno peppers, 2 limes, a handful of fresh cilantro, bell pepper, 1 libra of tomatoes, 2 onions, & a head of garlic is about $2.50.
Lago de Atitlan, Guatemala

January 16th 2023
During our Spanish Immersion course in Antigua, it was time for a 2 week break, so we booked a shuttle (Q100) to Lake Atitlan! On the list of the most beautiful lakes in the world, Lake Atitlan did not disappoint us. We arrived in Panajachel and were picked up by a Tuk Tuk and swept through the city to our Airbnb home. Cirilo was the perfect host there. He ended up watching our bags for us as we t ... read more
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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
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