Guatemala
Quetzaltenango (Xela)
The western highlands’ capital: neoclassical architecture born of the coffee boom, living K’iche’ and Mam culture, hot springs at the foot of volcanoes, and the authentic Guatemala few tourists see.
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Useful traveler info
About 200 km (4 h) from the capital via the Pan-American highway. Cold highland climate — bring warm layers. Best base: the Historic Center. Paches and shecas are a must.