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Town in Guatemala
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Chichicastenango is a small town in the Western Highlands of Guatemala (pop. about 23000). Located at an altitude of 2030m, it is surrounded by valleys and mountains. It is mostly renowned for its colourful markets, held on Thursdays and Sundays, where it is said that some of the most beautiful traditional Mayal textiles are sold.
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This is where upscale Guatemalans go for good food. The restaurant is in an old colonial building near the iglesia and offers a mix of Guatemalan dishes along with burgers etc.
Lots of grilled meats and other items with traditional Mayan or Guatemalan decor.
Family run posada with a garden. Breakfast included. Unfortunately not easy to reserve (no website, no email, and phone hardly ever works). You'll get a room if you show up. Walking distance from the (famous!) market.
The upscale hotel in Chichi. Right next to the market and the church.
A large market on Thursdays and Sundays with a wide range of handicrafts from local and far flung Mayan communities. While you will get better prices if you visit a Mayan community, the Chichi market is the best place to see the full range of Mayan handicraft products. A must visit in Guatemala. Be ready to bargain in a pleasant and enjoyable sort of way!
After 17km from the Los Encuentros junctions, you will go through endless switchbacks to reach Chichicastenango.
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