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Tourist Places to Visit in El Remate, Guatemala, America

El Remate is a town situated on the shore of Lake Peten Itza in Peten of Guatemala, is located about 30 km from Flores, the capital of the department of Peten and 440 km from Guatemala City, the capital of Guatemala. El Remate is home to few small artisanal workshops and eco-friendly hotels and also has good connectivity with all around the department by road. It is an ideal site to enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Peten Itza.

 

Geography of El Remate:

El Remate is placed on the eastern part of the lake between 17°00′ N latitude and 89°42′ W longitude.

 

Connectivity to EI Remate:

El Remate is well connected with nearby cities by regular bus services. All the buses run between Flores and Tikal must pass through EI Remate. There are regular minibuses departing from Santa Elena to El Remate every hour and it costs around Q20 for way. Also tourists can purchase daily pass to save money for Q30. El Remate also receives buses from Belize City.

For local travel, especially to reach lake, visitors can choose rental bicycles and also some hotels offer buses for local travel.

Mundo Maya International Airport in Santa Elena is the nearest and major airport to El Remate. It is situated about 27 km from El Remate town centre.

Food and Shopping in El Remate:

El Remate houses many restaurants with variety of traditional and foreign countries food and Las Orquideas is famous food corner located on the lakeshore road serving customers with Italian food and homemade pasta and pizza. It is open from 1PM to 9PM every day except Monday. Wood carvings are purchasable items in El Remate.

 

Things to do in El Remate:

• Swimming
• Hiking at Biotopo Cerro Cahui
• Horseback Riding

 

Places to see in El Remate:

Lake Peten Itza:

Lake Peten Itza is a wonderful natural attraction located at the coordinates of 16°59′0″ N 89°48′0″ W, with an area of 99 sq. km it is the second largest lake in Guatemala. This lake houses different native animals and birds in and around such as crocodiles, jaguars, White-tailed deer, red snook fish, red brocket, macaws, parrots and toucans.

A natural reserve of butterflies, Cerro Cahui Protected Biotope is located towards the northeast shore of the lake and it houses colorful Butterflies and other different Monkey species like Spider Monkeys and Howler Monkeys.

 

Woodcarving Shops:

There are many woodcarving shops located in the centre of El Remate town and carvings include animals and jewelry boxes, sold at reasonable price.

 

Sunset View Point:

El Remate has a sunset view point which is on the eastern shore of Lake Peten Itza and is also famous for night sky watching.

 

Other places of interest near El Remate include:

• Cival
• Mopan River
• Manchon Guamuchal Wetland Preserve
• ARCAS
• Petencito Zoo
• Ak’tun Kan
• The beach at Tilapa

 

Best time to visit El Remate:

Between February and August is the ideal time to visit El Remate.

 

Accommodation Options in El Remate:

El Remate is home to many budget and mid range hotels with different facilities like AC, hot water and private bath, free Wi-Fi and doctor on call. The price for double per night ranges from $8-$15. The prominent hotels in El Remate are as follows:

• Hotel La Casa De Don David
• Posada del Cerro
• La Mansion del Pajaro Serpiente
• Las Gardenias
• Posada Ixchel
• Tikal Sak Luk Lodge
• La Casa Roja
• Hotel y Restaurante Monami
• Ribiera del Lago Peten Itza
• Hotel Sun Breeze
• Hotel Mon Ami
• Hotel Camino Real Tikal
• Hotel Gringo Perdido
• Hotel Peten Esplendido
• Hotel Villa Maya
• La Casona Del Lago
• Mayaland Plaza Hotel
• Hotel And Restaurant The Peregr

Naranjo Tourist Places to Visit in Naranjo, Guatemala, America

Naranjo is an antique city of the Maya civilization located in Peten Basin region in Peten department of Guatemala is situated about 100 km from the department capital, Flores and 440 km from the national capital Guatemala. Together with Yaxha and Nakum, Naranjo are popularly called as Cultural Triangle. Naranjo is located on the border of Belize along the Mopan and Holmul rivers.

 

Geography of Naranjo:

Naranjo is situated between latitude 17.2° in the north and longitude 89.25° in the west.

 

Etymology of Naranjo:

The literal meaning of Naranjo in local language is ‘Orange Tree’. Naranjo served as the capital of Saal, the most famous Maya kingdom. Teoberto Maler was the re-discoverer of Naranjo site in 1905. Sylvanus G. Morley and Oliver Ricketson conducted more research on Naranjo in 1910. Naranjo was once looted by dacoits and thieves during 1920. Presently there is research conducted by the government to find ancient sculptures.

 

How to reach Naranjo?

Naranjo is catered by Mundo Maya International Airport in Santa Elena which is about 95 km away from Naranjo city. This airport operates flights from and to Guatemala City, Belize City, Cancun, Palenque and El Mirador. Tourists can choose minivans or buses to reach Naranjo from airport.

There are buses accessible to move within the city and to visit archeological sites in Naranjo. Bicycles are good for jolly ride on the roads of Naranjo.

 

Culture, Food and Shopping in Naranjo:

Naranjo is an ancient site housing many archeological sites of more than 1000 years old. In recent years there are several modern food corners and shopping centres established in and around Naranjo to serve tourists. Also tourists can refer Flores city for better shopping experience.

 

Things to do in and around Naranjo:

• Cinema
• Volunteer Peten
• Hire a small covered boat
• Swimming
• Ixpanpajul Natural Park
• Visit Tikal

 

Places to see in Naranjo:

Cival:

Cival is an archeological site known for stone architecture and it showcases the history from the 6th century BC to the 1st century.

Mopan River:

Mopan River flows near the border of Naranjo through both Guatemala and Belize. The bank of the river is good to reach at evening time. Tourist can enjoy ferry riding here.

 

Ak’tun Kan:

Ak’tun Kan is a cave boasting different objects and models of animals, birds and humans. Entrance fee is Q15. Tourists can reach Ak’tun Kan cave by buses or minivans from Naranjo.

 

Other places of interest near Naranjo include:

• The beach at Tilapa
• Manchon Guamuchal Wetland Preserve
• ARCAS
• Petencito Zoo

 

Best time to visit Naranjo:

From May to October is the ideal time to visit Naranjo while the weather remains pleasant.

 

Accommodation Options in Naranjo:

Naranjo is famous for its archeological sites and hospitality services. Due to the visit of abundance of tourists and researchers in recent years, there are many home stays constructed all around Naranjo to serve both tourists and researchers. Home stays serve guests with both traditional and modern food. Also visitors can reach Flores city for rich hospitality services, Flores is located around 100 km from Naranjo. The prominent hotels near Naranjo and in Flores are listed below:

• La Casa De Don David
• Hotel Peten Esplendido
• Hotel Villa Maya
• Hotel Camino Real Tikal
• Hotel Del Patio-Tikal
• La Casona Del Lago
• Mayaland Plaza Hotel
• Hotel Casona del Lago
• Hotel Casona de La Isla
• Hotel Peten
• Chaltunha Hostel
• Ixpanpajul Natural Park
• Hospedaje Doña Goya
• Hotel Isla de Flores
• Los Amigos
• Hotel Mirador del Lago

Coban Tourist Places to Visit in Coban, Guatemala, America

Coban is the capital city of Alta Verapaz department in Guatemala, located about 160 km north of Guatemala City is a popular eco-tourism site well surrounded by national parks, caves, waterfalls and coffee plantations. El Calvario Church is the major tourist attraction in Coban.

 

Geography of Coban:

Coban is placed 1320 meters above sea level, between 15°29′0″ N latitude and 90°22′0″ W longitude covering an area of 2,132 sq. km.

 

History of Coban:

Coban was established in the year 1543 by Dominican friars and it was nicknamed ‘Ciudad Imperial’ (Imperial City) by Holy Roman Emperor, Charles V. According to one historical source, the name Coban takes from ‘Cob An’ means ‘foggy place’.

Coban geared up towards development during the end of 19^th century after the arrival of German coffee growers. German club and German school were established in Coban in 1888 and 1935 respectively.

 

Connectivity to Coban:

Coban Airport is situated 4 km away from the heart of the city and other nearby airports includes Los Tablones Airport, Rubelsanto Airport and Playa Grande Airport. La Aurora International Airport is located around 165 km away from Coban.

Monja Blanca bus service is useful to reach Coban from Guatemala City and it takes around four hours and costs 55 Quetzales per way.

From Quiche is another way to reach Coban and there are frequent microbuses plying between Quiche and Coban and they pass through Sacapulas and Uspantin before arriving at Coban. It takes more time than Guatemala City way, around 6 hours.

 

Culture, Food and Shopping in Coban:

La Fiesta Nacional Indigena de Guatemala is a festival of Guatemala celebrated by all the region people of the country in the end of July annually including Coban. Fiesta Titular and the International Half-Marathon of Coban are other events held in Coban.

Coban hosts small crafts market in the heart of the city in every Sunday and Huipil clothes are very special here. The major food corners in Coban are:

• Equinoccio
• El Meson
• La Abadia
• Cafe La Granja
• El Penascal

 

Things to do in Coban:

• Coffee Tour Chicoj
• Antik”s Antik”s Sports Bar
• Chirrepeco Cooperative Tea Tour
• Maya’ch Expeditions – Day Tours

 

Places to see in Coban:

El Calvario Church:

El Calvario Church is the most important landmark as well as tourist attraction in Coban. This most sacred site of the country draws pilgrimages throughout the year for its holiness. The terrace of the church is a great view point offering top views of entire city, Rocja Mountains and Xucaneb.

 

Plaza Magdalena:

Plaza Magdalena is a yellow painted big shopping mall known for its richness and different activities. It is best place to spend free time and to buy colorful modern products related to fashion and electronics.

 

Las Victorias National Park:

Las Victorias National Park is situated on the north-western outskirts of the Coban city is maintained by the National Forestry Institute and was declared as a national park in 1980, spans over an area of 82 hectares. Las Victorias houses rich local and exotic flora and fauna.

 

Other places of interest in Coban include:

• Principe Maya Archaeological Museum
• Dieseldorff coffee plantation
• San Jose la Colonia National Park
• Laguna Lachuá National Park
• Biotopo Mario Dary Rivera
• Vivero Verapaz

 

Best time to visit Coban:

Between November and April is the ideal time to visit Coban.

 

Accommodation Options in Coban:

Coban is well known for ecotourism as well as top class hotels and hostels. Casa d’Acuna is a very popular accommodation centre in Coban which is good in service and price. Generally mid range hotels in Coban charge around Q80 per night. List of prominent hotels in Coban include:

• De La Abuela
• La Paz Hotel
• Los Faroles Hotel
• The Park Hotel
• Hostel Misterio Verde
• Misterio Verde
• Hotel La Posada
• Casa Gaia
• Casa Kirva Hotel
• Alcazar Dona Victoria
• Hotel Central Coban
• Casa D’Acuna
• Hotel Casa Duranta
• Posada de Carlos V

Places to Visit in Chiquimula, Guatemala, America

Chiquimula is the capital city of Chiquimula department in Guatemala, also serves as the municipal seat of all the municipalities of Chiquimula department and is situated about 190 km from the national capital Guatemala City. Chiquimula is popularly called as ‘La perla del oriente’.

The municipalities coming under Chiquimula department are Concepcion Las Minas, Esquipulas, Camotan, Chiquimula, Ipala, Jocotan, Olopa, Quezaltepeque, San Jacinto, San Juan Ermita and San Jose La Arada.

 

Geography of Chiquimula:

Chiquimula is positioned between latitude 14°47′ in the north and longitude 89°32′ in the west, is spread over an area of 372 sq. km and located at an elevation of 423 meters.

 

History of Chiquimula:

Chiquimula was incorporated as a city on June 29, 1821.

 

How to reach Chiquimula?

Chiquimula has a domestic airport connected only with nearby cities by scheduled flights is located 19 km away from the city centre. The most important airport of the country, La Aurora International Airport which is situated around 180 km from Chiquimula.

Also tourists can reach other major cities of the country by bus from Chiquimula and Maria Elena bus operates daily direct services to Flores at 9:30am. Other than Maria Elena, tourists can check at the local travel offices for more services. Tourists can rent two wheeler or tuk-tuk for local travel.

 

Culture, Food and Shopping in Chiquimula:

Chiquimula is a neat and clean city housing the population of different ethnicities and religions such as Chorti, Ladino and Roman Catholicism, Evangelicalism and Maya.

Chiquimula houses all the types of shops and stores including fashion, jewelry, handicraft and sport goods. Chiquiferia is a special shopping centre offering gift items, artificial tattoos, jewelry, plastic gun and sports balls.

Pizza Burger Dinner is the best place to eat variety of pizzas and burgers at reasonable prices, staffs are very friendly and will speak both English and Spanish. Calero steak House is another popular food corner in Chiquimula.

 

Things to do in Chiquimula:

• Climbing
• Hiking
• Mountaineering

 

Places to interest in Chiquimula:

Volcan Ipala:

Volcan Ipala is an extinct volcano situated at the coordinates of 14°33′00″ N 89°37′48″ W at an elevation of 1650 meters. There is Lake Ipala placed at the base of crater of the Ipala Volcano with a surface area of 0.59 km² and the lake has rich fish species of Mojarra. Both lake and peak are the big treat to the eyes of tourists. Climbing, hiking ad mountaineering are the activities to do here.

 

Historical Buildings:

There are several historical buildings located all around Chiquimula, especially on outskirts of the town. Visitors can hire private vehicles to reach these ancient sites.

 

Hotel Tikal Inn:

Hotel Tikal Inn is well known for its top class hospitality services as well as its nice outer structure. It is one of the notable sites in Chiquimula.

 

Best time to visit Chiquimula:

The month of July is ideal to visit Chiquimula because of the healthy weather.

 

Accommodation Options in Chiquimula:

Chiquimula is a cool and calm city with well maintained infrastructure is visited by more than lakh of tourists annually to enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Ipala. Due to this, there are many well facilitated accommodation centres established all around Chiquimula to serve tourists who visit the place throughout the year. The major hotels and hostels in and around Chiquimula are as follows:

• Hotel Tikal Inn
• Hostal Maria Teresa
• Hostal Las Luces
• Hotel El Gran Chorti
• Hotel Victoria
• Hotel Posada El Canja
• Portal de la Fe
• MARBEA Hotel
• Hotel Hernandez
• Hotel Dario
• Hotel Posada Don Adano
• Hotel Rio