This is a guest post by Mr. Snacks.
Yes, I climbed an active volcano (without turning into a charcoal briquette).
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Antigua: Just desserts
Guatemala stands out for me with their fantastic desserts. We stayed super close to Dona Maria Gordillo which is one of the iconic dulcerias in Antigua. The recipes originated from a nun who lived in a nearby convent and sold sweet to raise money for the church and other things the nuns needed. Her recipes have lived on for almost 150 years through this store.
Continue reading “Antigua: Just desserts”Amazing Lake Atitlan
Lake Atitlan is an amazing scene of beauty. Some 84,000 years ago, a volcano erupted and the crater it left behind is now a 1,100 foot deep lake with steep volcanos and small towns scattered around the shores. Because there is no road around the lake, each town is connected mostly only by boat (lancha). This also uniquely means that there are multiple different languages spoken in these towns—3 Mayan languages, and most of the younger generation speaks Spanish as a common language to interact with tourists.
Continue reading “Amazing Lake Atitlan”6 Reasons I love Antigua, Guatemala
I didn’t know much about Guatemala before we arrived, and now that we are here it’s impossible for me to share how this city has captured my heart. But, I’ll try to share with you the things I love here in Antigua.
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