Kate at Tikal

Feeling Tikalish

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August 3rd 2008
Feeling Tikalish - by George Knackered from our epic journey through Guatemala we arrived in El Remate, our base for the next couple of days. What brought us to the North Eastern part of Guatemala, so close to Belize and Mexico? Tikal, heart of the Mayan Empire. Much of the history behind the Maya and more specifically Tikal is unknown and everything that is currently believe ... 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