If you don’t know much about Guatemala, don’t fret, we’re here to enlighten you on a country loaded with history, culture, beauty and fun. Guatemala is located in between Mexico, Belize, Honduras and El Salvador and because of it’s many different terrains and climates, as a country it offers a wide variety of foods, adventures and artistic styles and cultures. According to the travel pros at Rough Guides, “Guatemala today is very much a synthesis of Mayan and colonial traditions, fused with the omnipresent influences of twenty-first century Latin and North American culture.” What does this mean for you? It means that whether you are interested in exploring ancient Mayan ruins or you prefer embarking on a culinary adventure, there are things to do in Guatemala for everyone. Here are 15 reasons you should visit this amazing country today.
