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Take a trip to Tikal on your Guatemala Vacation
The ancient Mayan ruins of Tikal resting in the El Peten department of northern Guatemala are one of the most popular sites to visit in Guatemala and one of the world’s most captivating archaeological sites. Walking through the network of causeways connecting limestone pyramids, temples, palaces, and public squares of Tikal will take you on an unforgettable exploration of Yax Mutal, a major pre-Columbian political, economic, and military city centre. The sounds of howler monkeys, foxes, exotic birds, and other wildlife from the Maya Forest will beckon you to explore the over 57,000 hectares of Tikal National Park, scattered with thousands of architectural artistic remains of the local ancient Mayan civilization.
The magnificence of the architectural wonder and surrounding natural beauty of Tikal brings globetrotters into the ancient Mayan world and rivals that of other iconic indigenous sites around the world, including Machu Picchu in Peru and Chichén Itzá in Mexico. Tikal is a profound natural treasure flowing with history, offering a rare glimpse into the ancient Mayan civilization and the Guatemalan rainforests that cradle it. Star Wars fans will also recognize the ruins as the Yavin 4 rebel base from the iconic film A New Hope.
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