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Photo: Rene Hernandez, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0.From volcanic lakes and ancient Maya temples to vibrant textiles and rich stews, test your knowledge of this beautiful Central American nation!
Friendly Visitor 0–4 · Curious Explorer 5–8 · Heart of Guatemala 9–10
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The resplendent quetzal is Guatemala's national bird and lends its name to the national currency. In pre-Columbian times, its vibrant green tail feathers were highly prized and used as currency by the Maya. Today, this beautiful bird is a symbol of liberty, as it is said to die in captivity.
Photo: lwolfartist, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0.
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Pacaya is one of Guatemala's most active and accessible volcanoes, erupting frequently since the Spanish conquest. Tourists flock here to roast marshmallows over geothermal heat vents near the summit. Tajumulco is the highest peak in Central America, but it is dormant and located much further west.
Photo: USGS, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain.
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Tikal was one of the most powerful kingdoms of the ancient Maya world. Temple I, known as the Temple of the Giant Jaguar, rises 47 meters high and serves as the tomb of Jasaw Chan K'awiil I. El Mirador is another massive Maya site nearby, but it is famous for its giant La Danta pyramid.
Photo: Mundo Maya, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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Lake Atitlán is famous for its stunning volcanic backdrop and immense depth, reaching about 340 meters. Lake Izabal is Guatemala's largest lake but is much shallower and located closer to the Caribbean coast.
Photo: NASA, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain.
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Semuc Champey, which translates to "where the river hides under the stones" in Q'eqchi' Maya, is a stunning natural formation hidden in the jungle. The river flows beneath a natural limestone bridge, leaving a series of tranquil, crystal-clear pools perfect for swimming. Fuentes Georginas is a hot spring resort.
Photo: Christopher Crouzet, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0.
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Pepián is a hearty, aromatic stew of Maya-Spanish fusion origin, typically made with chicken or beef. Its signature flavor comes from a rich sauce thickened with ground pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, and charred tomatoes. Kak'ik is another famous Guatemalan turkey soup, but it relies on achiote and chili.
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The Popol Vuh is one of the most important surviving Mesoamerican texts, preserved by the K'iche' people and translated in the 18th century. It describes how the gods created humans out of maize after several failed attempts. The Chilam Balam is a collection of Yucatec Maya texts, not K'iche'.
Photo: Francisco Ximénez, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain.
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Every November, the town of Sumpango hosts a festival featuring enormous, hand-crafted kites. These kites are constructed using tissue paper, glue, and bamboo frames, spanning up to 20 meters. Locals believe the flying kites act as a bridge to communicate with deceased loved ones.
Photo: Jasonjdgr, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain.
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Miguel Ángel Asturias won the Nobel Prize for his passionate literary achievements, including his famous novel "El Señor Presidente", which critiques dictatorship. He spent years translating the Popol Vuh, the sacred Maya creation text, into Spanish, deeply influencing his unique surrealist writing style.
Photo: Dominique Roger, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0 igo.
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The Santa Catalina Arch originally connected the Santa Catalina convent to a school across the street, allowing cloistered nuns to pass without being seen by the public. A clock was added to the top of this bright yellow landmark in the 19th century, framing a spectacular view of the volcano behind it.
Photo: Juan Francisco, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0.
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