Guatemala it is a country dotted with mountains covered with forests interspersed with smoking volcanoes, with coastal areas to the south and the lowland area to the north. With heavy rains the lowlands can become quite hot and humid. The highlands are fortunate to experience a moderately cold climate throughout the year. Immersed in Mayan culture, small towns and rural Guatemala still preserve traditional beliefs.
Other places of touristic interest they are Petén, Lake Atitlán, and the ruins of Tikal. Sadly, the capital Guatemala City and Antigua are known to be dangerous. Travelers who decide to travel through cities must remain vigilant and be careful with robberies and armed robberies carried out in the public transport, bus terminals, etc. To keep your trip safe and avoid getting into trouble, you should keep some of these tips in mind:
- When you move from one place to another you must keep all your documents Important (passport, travel and health insurance documents) insurance in a safe deposit box. You will have it available at the hotel where you stay. Take photocopies with you.
- Do not carry large amounts of money with you.
- Do not travel night.
- Guatemala City is divided into zones. Of these, Zone 1, in particular, is where most criminals operate. Tourists are often robbed and robbed.
- Car theft is common in roads that lead to international airports. Cars and buses are the target of assailants who may even dress up as police.
- Do not show valuables such as iPod or laptop.
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