Travel Reference
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LAGO PETÉN ITZHÁ, EL REMATE
Highlights
1
Yaxhá
The impressive, restored ruins of
Yaxhá tower above the shores of a lovely lake.
See p.154
2
El Remate
Stay overnight in this relaxed little
village on the eastern edge of Lago Petén Itzá
and get an early start for Tikal the next day.
See p.158
3
Tikal
Explore this enormous, ancient Maya
metropolis, amid protected rainforest teeming
with wildlife.
See p.160
4
Sunrise over Tikal
One of the truly great
experiences of world travel; trek through the
jungle before dawn, take your place atop
Temple IV, and, if you're lucky, watch the rising
sun pick out the neighbouring temples one by
one.
See p.160
5
Café-Ital Espresso
A superbly prepared
espresso drink made with fresh Guatemalan
coffee at this little kiosk is the prefect adjunct to
a visit to Tikal.
See p.168
6
Flores
Stroll the cobbled streets of this tiny
colonial capital set on an island, then enjoy
cocktails at a lakeside bar.
See p.168
HIGHLIGHTS ARE MARKED ON THE MAP ON P.156
