Santa Cruz del Quiché Travel Guide

  So Thats where I left my boot . . .
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      So Thats where I left my boot . . .
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Explore Santa Cruz del Quiché

Things to Do  

Local church.
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euzkadi 1847 reviews

Theres few tings to do in Santa Cruz. Its an isolated village out of the touristic path. It has an interesting church built by the dominicans made from stones of the nearby ruins of Utatlan. I dont know why, but i didnt feel a friendly atmosphere.

Updated Feb 21, 2006

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The clock tower.
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Besides the cathedral is located this interesting building also said to have been built with stones of the Utatlan ruins. Sta Cruz is well connected by bus from Chichicastenango and Guatemala city (almost every hour). The road from Chichi to Sta Cruz runs through a pleasant scenery of pine forest and the Lemoa lagoon.

Written Feb 19, 2006

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The Blue Lagoon at Quiche
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A pleasant day in Quiche

En route to Chichicastenango our cab driver decided to make a pit stop at the lagoons. It was like a slice of rural heaven. The waters are calm and the water lilies add to the picturesque scenery.

Written Nov 16, 2004

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Dancing to the cumvites
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Cumvites

If you are ever in Quiche, during the month of August, which is about a 20 minute ride from Chichicastenango go and see the local fair. There are performances and dances and a good time is had by all.

Written Aug 31, 2004

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Laguna Lemoa is found on the...
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Laguna Lemoa is found on the highway that goes from Chichicastenango to Santa Cruz del Quiché. Offers a beautiful landscape and some recreation and/or rest facilities.

Written Oct 4, 2002

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Warnings and Dangers  

Isolated Highways
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Long roads very litttle comfort along the road

It makes sense to travel with a small group, especially on a long road trip. The highways are desolate and one attracts less attention with a small group. Furthermore pack all your essentials and have them handy, as there are hardly any rest stops along the way.

Written Oct 11, 2006

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Off The Beaten Path  

Main gate to the Ixil triangle.
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If you plan to visit the interesting Ixil triangle, you have to pass through Sta Cruz. There are busses connecting Sta Cruz with other towns like Nebaj, Chajul and Cotzal.

Written Feb 19, 2006

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Watch as the grass grows only to have it cut down
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A peaceful cow

For some strange reason I found it quite pleasant to just sit there and watch the cows as they mulched on grass. The surrounding lagoon must have had to do with the inner peace at the time.

Written Nov 16, 2004

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Explore the local landscape
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El Quiche mountain view

El Quiche is mountainous terrain, explore the forest and enjoy the mild weather. Do be careful and don't fall into a ravine.

Written Aug 30, 2004

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 Backpacking
 Mountain Climbing

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Favorites  

K'Umarcaj o Utatlán is an...
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Favorite thing: K'Umarcaj o Utatlán is an archaeological place, found about 4 kilometers from Santa Cruz del Quiché. It was the main capital of the prosperity of Quiché and its remains leave a trace of its opulence. Now days, this city possesses a Visitors Center, a Museum and staff specialized to give necessary help to tourists.

Written Oct 4, 2002

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