Guatemala (Country Guide)

Discover Guatemala

Get up early to explore the kaleidoscope of colors and incense-clouded chaos of the Chichicastenango market.
Worship the sun - just like the ancients did - atop Tikal's towering Mayan pyramids.
Pay reverence to a cigar-smoking, rum-swigging saint in the traditional village of Santiago Atitlan.
Learn to roll your RRRRRRs like a local in the world-famous language schools of Antigua.

In This Guide:

Resident author brings you to the seldom-visited towns of the highlands, lowlands, rivers and coasts - 55 detailed maps will keep you on track.
Specialist-written Ancient Mayan Culture chapter explores the myths and mystery of this enigmatic people.
And - since you asked for it - we've incorporated more cultural coverage than any other guidebook.