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Favorite thing: The most remarkable headdress I did see during my trip through Guatemala was in Santiago Atitlan, a small village at the borders of the Atitlan Lake.
There still few women were an xk’ap. This is a band of red cloth (it must be about 10 meters long), wrapped around the head.
I must say that I did only see one lady with this headdress, our guide told us that it is going out of use, and you’ll probably only see it at fiestas and on market days worn by the older ladies.
And when we returned to the boat, I asked a local young girl where I could find a lady wearing such red band. And she told me, that she had one and she was willing to put it on for me, to make a picture for a few quetzals. Of course I said yes, it would be a pity to leave Santiago Atitlan without a picture of an xk’ap.
Written Feb 25, 2003
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Favorite thing: During our stay in Panajachel, at the border of Lake Atitlan, we did make a boat trip to some small villages on the other side of the lake.
Each village had a different dress code, the colors of the clothing were different each time.
Fondest memory: The colorful people we met.
Written Feb 25, 2003
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Favorite thing: As it was the first place we stopped during our Guatemala trip, we al wandered a bit what Guatemala would be. As for me, I did not really know lot about this country, so I was pretty curious to discover it.
And the first place we visited was already a shot in the bull’s eye. I had a splendid time during my stay here in Panajachel, near the Atitlan Lake.
In fact this lake is surrounded by three big Volcanoes: San Pedro Volcano, Toliman Volcano and the Atitlan Volcano.
On this picture you see the Toliman Volcano; you can’t see the Atitlan Volcano because it is located just behind the Toliman Volcano.
Written Feb 25, 2003
Favorite thing: Calm and Serene
Fondest memory: I always enjoy myself when I visit.
Written Aug 20, 2006
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Favorite thing: On the Guatemalan coin of 25 Centavos, you can see a picture of the traditional xk'ap. So this head-dress can be seen in the village of Santiago Atitlan.
Written Feb 25, 2003
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Favorite thing: It was great to wander around the Lake Atitlan. The landscape was very green, and there were also several beautiful flowers.
Written Feb 25, 2003
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It was great to wander around the Lake Atitlan. The landscape was very green, and there were also several beautiful flowers.
Q: Hi, Arriving in GT latter this wk. Any recommended travel companies or methods to get from Guatemala City aiport to Lago De...
A: There is a shuttle that you can arrange as long as you don't arrive after 8:30 PM. $10.
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When we first saw the lake as we drove into Panajachel, we couldn't get our cameras out fast enough. The lake is surrounded by three dormant volcanoes and could be the most beautiful lake we've ever...
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This was our first stop place during our trip through Guatemala. What a marvelous spot to visit. We stayed in Panajachel. We had a hotel just near the border of the Lake. We had a splendid view......
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I can't really figure out why Lake Atitlán is not more well-known throughout the world. I mean, I knew all about Lake Como before I ever set foot in Italy. I learned about the legend of Nessie and...
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With out a doubt this was the highlight of my trip. The placid blue lake is a paradise. The gentle waters are always just right for swimming. Although certain parts are a little bit dirty, I ventured...
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