San Juan la Laguna ...

... the first stop on our lake tour today. Many years ago, the level of Lake Atitlan dropped significantly, which scientists attributed to an earthquake - they believe that cracks opened up in the lake bed, allowing water to drain. Locals moved closer to the new shore line and one day, the water level rose, ending up back near the original level - that's why you see half-submerged buildings around the lake.

Escape

March 20th 2013
Geo: 14.6335, -91.2313Despite being overrun with backpackers, Pana has been a fun place to relax for the past couple of days; however, today was all about escaping from it all, to the smaller towns that surround Lake Atitlan. These other towns are still touristy, but nowhere near as overdeveloped as Pana - but what they lack in amenities, they more than make up for with charm. There are tho ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Guatemala » Western Highlands

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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