El Baúl Hill
THE panoramic photo of Xela is taken from here — forest and city in one view.
~90 minPhotographyWith children
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.
Places (2)
Fuentes Georginas Hot Springs
Hot springs in the volcano mist — Xela’s unmissable experience.
~180 minAs a coupleWith children
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.