Hidden deep in the jungles of northern Guatemala are some of the most impressive Maya ruins in the world: Tikal and El Mirador. These are the two of the most famous sites, but the experience of visiting them could not be more different. Tikal is one of the most iconic archaeological sites in Central America, […]
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Central America, Guatemala
Deep in the dense jungles of northern Guatemala lies one of the most remote and astonishing archaeological sites in the Maya world: El Mirador. Reaching it is not simple. Unlike famous sites like Tikal, there are no paved roads and no shortcuts. To reach the ancient pyramids you have to hike for several days through
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Central America, Guatemala
Travelling overland through Mesoamerica is one of the most rewarding ways to experience the region. Moving between El Salvador, Guatemala, Belize, and Mexico by land lets you see changing landscapes, cultures, and daily life that you would completely miss if you flew. However, border crossing in Mesoamerica by land can be confusing if you don’t
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