One of the most beautiful and culturally rich countries in Central America it is also one of the largest, covering an area of over 108,000 sq Km (slightly smaller than England). Guatemala shares its main borders with Mexico to the north, the Caribbean Sea and Belize to the east, the Pacific Ocean to the west, and by both Honduras and El Salvador to the south. Guatemala is a gorgeously scenic country where flat plains and sandy shores converge with the ascending moorlands that exemplify a large part of the Guatemalan landscape. What signifies the culture of this territory is undoubtedly the very vivid influences of the ancient Mayan faith and set of beliefs.
The Mayan culture is nowhere else in the whole of Central America to be found embedded so intricately. The archaic civilization of the Mayan inhabitants has resulted in magnificent towns, the relics of which continue to strike the visitors in awe and sheer amazement.
From active volcanoes to immaculate colonial cities to quite possibly the world’s most beautiful lake, Guatemala boasts plenty of reasons for you to bid farewell to your loved ones, return those outstanding library books, and spend a couple months in Central America.
There is an accurate word to describe this destination for its magic, culture, traditions and stunning beauty of all natural resources. Yes, exotic perfectly fits the overall experience you get from visiting Guatemala.