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Aldous Huxley famously claimed that Lake Atitlán was "the most beautiful lake in the world," and that Italy's Lake Como paled in comparison. As one who has been to both and visited Lake Atitlán many times over a span of more than 20 years, I have to agree. Formed thousands of years ago in the crater of a massive volcano, Lake Atitlán is more than 10 miles across at its widest point. It sits at nearly a mile high in altitude, and is surrounded on all sides by steep verdant hills, picturesque Maya villages, and massive volcanoes with striking pointed cones. The views from the lakeshore, the hillsides above the lake, and the boats plying its waters are all stunning, and seemingly endlessly varied, as the light and cloud cover shift constantly throughout the day. Read More

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  • Branch out by boat to various villages that dot the lakeside. San Marcos is great for its serenity and aura. Posada Schumann is fantastic. Walk upward for a terrace dining experience, complete with shooting stars. Settle on a price beforehand for a very informative historical tour via trike at Santiago. San Pedro beckons to cheap backpacking. While Panajechel can be fun, be sure to venture to the lake's villages for the charm and history of this remarkable place.
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Casa Palopo

Carretera a San Antonio Palopo, km 6.8
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Distance: 0.1 mi.
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Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
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Hotel Posada de Don Rodrigo

Final Calle Santander, Panajachel
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Distance: 0.1 mi.
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Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
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3.0
from: $120

Hotel Atitlan

6 calle 6-38 zona 9 Local 6
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Distance: 8.6 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 2 class stars

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Santiago Atitlán

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Santiago Atitlán, Guatemala

Distance: 0.3 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Santiago Atitlán is located on Lake Atitlán and is the capital of the Tzutujil Maya nation in... Read More
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Pascual Abaj

Hill overlooking Chichicastenango
Chichicastenango, Guatemala

Distance: 22.7 mi. (from destination center)

Description: The hill overlooking Chichicastenango is an important religious spot. It's the site of Pascual... Read More
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Panajachel

On the shore of Lake Atitlán
Panajachel, Guatemala

Distance: 9.3 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Panajachel is a gateway town for exploring Lake Atitlán. Here visitors can find restaurants,... Read More
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Guatemala City La Aurora Airport 47.0 map
Tapachula International Airport 72.4 map
San Salvador Comalapa International Airport 155.9 map

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