Guatemala

Retalhuleu

"The Capital of the World": the IRTRA parks (Xocomil and Xetulul), the Tak’alik Ab’aj archaeological site — a UNESCO World Heritage site where Olmec became Maya — RAMSAR mangroves and fried-fish beaches. The southern coast’s fun.

All Coffee & culture As a couple With children First visit Light walking Local food Photography Rainy day

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Retalhuleu Historic Center

The elegant center that earned Reu its "Capital of the World" nickname.

~90 minFirst visitPhotography

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Useful traveler info

About 190 km (3 h) from the capital via CA-2. The IRTRA parks fill up on holidays — arrive early. The star dish is Chojín Bataneco (cultural heritage). Champerico and Tulate are the local beaches.