Regionen · Kapitel 5
Tikal & Petén
Petén is Guatemala's wild north—impenetrable rainforest as far as the eye can see, with the majestic ruins of Tikal in its midst, where the temples of the ancient Maya rise above the treetops. Additionally, the enchanting island town of Flores serves as the perfect base.
4 Abschnitte in diesem Kapitel
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Tikal — The Queen of Maya Cities
Tikal (UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979) is the most famous Maya site in Guatemala and one of the most impressive…
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Jungle, Animals & Nature
Tikal is located in the Maya Biosphere Reserve , the largest contiguous rainforest north of the Amazon. This means: bes…
~2 Min. Lesezeit
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Flores & Lake Petén-Itzá
Flores is a charming little town on an island in Lago Petén Itzá , connected to the mainland by a causeway to the siste…
~2 Min. Lesezeit
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Practical tips for Petén
Climate & Equipment Petén is tropically hot and humid —year-round 28–35°C, high humidity. Pack light, breathable clothi…
~1 Min. Lesezeit
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