CAPITAL GUATEMALA CITY - POPULATION 12.7 MILLION - AREA 108,890 SQ KM - OFFICIAL LANGUAGE SPANISH
Though Guatemala is ripe for the ecopicking, with a wealth of volcanoes, isolated Mayan remains and tracts of stunning cloud-forest, the country is currently experiencing a rising violent crime rate. Many of the attacks have been aimed against travelers and tourists which is discouraging visitors from discovering the country's tremendous and endearing charms. With basic safety precautions, including avoiding night-time and solo travel, visiting Guatemala can still be an extremely rewarding experience. Head here for the colorful countrywide Semana Santa celebrations with feasts and processions in abundance the week before Easter, but leave your expensive digital camera or nice new Breitling watch safely behind at home.
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