Rich culture, bold coffee, active volcanoes, placid lakes: you name it, and Guatemala proudly boasts it. Guatemala is one of the most naturally beautiful and diverse countries in the world, and it’s home to some of the most wonderful people on the planet.
As if you needed more reason to visit, here are three undeniable reasons to visit Guatemala as soon as possible.
Unbeatable Traditional Cuisine
Guatemalan cuisine is truly unlike any other. Some of the hardest to find, most delicious fruits and vegetables abound in Guatemala. With a long history of rich, flavorful cuisine dating back all the way to the Mayan times, Guatemala is home to some of the most diverse dishes in the world, dishes that have been perfected over centuries and have been passed down from generation to generation.
On top of the unbeatable traditional cuisine, Guatemala is also widely known for its bold coffee—and with good reason! While you’re in Guatemala, make sure you grab a cup and drink it black. Even if you’re a big cream and sugar person, you’ll appreciate the smooth, sweet flavor of fresh Guatemalan joe. It’s unlike any other.
Breathtaking Nature
From the black sand beaches on the Pacific side rife with baby sea turtles to the many active volcanoes scattered throughout the country, one thing that Guatemala surely isn’t lacking is diverse, breathtaking nature.
Whether you’re into hiking or swimming, mountain climbing or surfing, Guatemala is bound to have some form of outdoor adventure to tempt your nature-loving spirit.
Unique Architecture
It may take a jungle hike to get to the ancient Mayan capital of Tikal, but it’s well worth the trek to stand among some of the most stunning examples of pyramid architecture in the world.
If stately colonial cities are more your speed, you’ll really enjoy Antigua. Formerly the capital of Guatemala when it was under Spanish colonial rule, Antigua still maintains its gorgeous colonial architecture.
From the flavorful food to the breathtaking natural beauty to the amazing architecture, there are almost too many undeniable reasons to visit Guatemala. Luckily, there’s no reason you can’t visit more than once!
