The mere mention of Guatemala is enough to get many a traveller’s imaginations in full flight, and rightly so too.
On the one hand, it’s home to a beguiling ancient culture – Guatemala has still managed to retain a strong Mayan identity despite colonization by the Spaniards in 1524, however on the other hand, you’ve got some of the most active volcanos in the world (and a relatively high crime rate) which would concern even the most intrepid of travellers.
This being said, as long as enough precaution is taken and adequate planning is done in advance, Guatemala’s alluring and intriguing ancient culture far outweighs those downsides, making it one of the most amazing countries to visit in Latin America.
