Natural
Paradise in the
Heart of the
Mayan World
F
lora, fauna, lakes, volcanoes,
archeological sites, beaches,
streets and avenues, filled with
history are some of the natural and
cultural treasures that Guatemala
offers its visitors and that can
describe wonderful and unforgettable
experiences.
The cultural and natural wealth of
Guatemala impresses: it is one of
the 19 mega-diverse countries in the
world where 33% of the territory are
protected areas. It has more than three
thousand archeological or historical
sites, three of them declared World
Heritage Sites: Antigua Guatemala,
Tikal National Park and Quiriguá
Archeological Park.
Heirs of one of the most important
pre-Hispanic cultures in the Americas,
which legacy lives and is with us to
this day, converge here with the Maya,
Xinca and Garífuna cultures.
The broad range of specialized
tourism products is divided into 11
segments: culture, nature, adventure,
volunteer work, language tourism,
cruises,
entertainment,
sports,
weddings, honeymoons, health and
wellness, congresses and conventions,
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which allows us to offer complete
experiences.
Constant evolution
A fundamental and essential part of
the tourism supply from Guatemala
is cultural tourism, through which
it is possible to take trips that are of
mystical and religious character, pre-
Columbian archeology, tourism with
community management, tourism
of colonial cities and historic centers,
as well as the experience of the Maya
living culture.
According to the Guatemalan Tourism
Institute (Inguat), cultural tourism
has significant economic impact
in the country, since it offers an
opportunity to diversify and innovate
with products according to trends and
current demand for international
tourism.
Guatemalan gastronomic tourism
stimulates local, regional and national
economies, enriching the cultural
value of tourist destinations.
Medical and well-being tourism,
where the traveller is looking to
reduce stress, have body and thermal
treatments,
yoga
sessions
and