Guatemalan social change has been empowered by music such as nueva cancion, which blends together histories, present-day issues, and the political values and struggles of common people.

Dec 31, 2025 · Puerto de San José is an important Pacific port, and Santo Tomás de Castilla on the Caribbean is Guatemala’s busiest port, handling chiefly general cargo and serving as the …

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2 days ago · Particularly in small villages, residents are often wary and suspicious of outsiders. In the past, Guatemalan citizens have been lynched for suspicion of child abduction, so we recommend …

Sep 17, 2025 · Tikal is the location of Mayan ruins, deep in the heart of the Guatemalan jungle. Here you will find temples, palaces, public squares, and remains of houses. Antigua: Founded early in the …

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The ever-increasing pattern of emigration (legal and illegal) to the United States has led to the growth of Guatemalan communities in California, Florida, Illinois, New York, Texas and elsewhere since the …

Oct 2, 2024 · Traditional Guatemalan food, known as comida típica, originated when the country’s indigenous flora and fauna met European ingredients, resulting in a highly spiced cuisine based on …

From Antigua to Tikal, discover black-sand beaches, coffee farms, Mayan sites and more in our Guatemala travel guide. Find top attractions and expert tips.

Dec 31, 2025 · The end of the American dream gives way to Guatemalan opportunity Indebted and traumatized by the abuse of human smugglers and mistreatment by US authorities, migrants who …