Tikal JAN 31 group lunch

Tikal is an absolutely amazing Mayan site

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February 21st 2008
Our GAP group opted for the "sunset tour" for Tikal. We left Flores about noon in 2 vans and it took about 1 hour to reach Tikal. Parque Nacional Tikal is huge and right in the jungle -350 sq. kms. containing thousands of separate structures. Our Tour Guide Miguel was amazing. He gave us rich descriptions of Mayans settling here around 700 BC and shared stories and personal insights into the Mayan ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Guatemala » Petén Region » Flores

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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