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Chichicastenango

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July 15th 2007
The trip to Chichi from Pana takes a long windy road. Fortunately we avoided the chicken buses and got a private van. An hour and 10 minutes later (the driver predicted to the minute) we arrived in Chichi to do some serious shopping. Unfortunately, rainy season showed up and drenched us and many of the stands. Despite the weather we went on a mission to find some textiles and handicrafts. Note to ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Guatemala » Western Highlands » Chichicastenango

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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