The Tikal archaeological park in Petén is one of the main recommendations. For this reason, if you are a traveller who wants to live an spectacular adventure, this place is a must.
In this article, we have gathered three facts about this ancestral city that will convience you to pack yours bags and take the next fight.
Breathtaking views
The only way to access the ruins is on foot which is good because you can do various types of hiking to explore the park, which will allow you to experience the breathtaking views it offers during different times in a day.
You can start your hiking at 4 am to climb to the top of Temple IV. When you get there, you will have an unforgettable view as the sun rises over the temples and the jungle. You can also watch the sunset and stay inside the park.
The only thing to keep in mind is that in order to enjoy both experiences you must be accompanied by a certified guide to walk inside the park in the dark.
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Immense city
Tikal was one of the largest and most populated cities of the Late Classic Period of the Maya World and after being abandoned it covered by a dense jungle.
Approximately a thousand years later, the city was discovered by a group of exporers at the end of the XIX century.
Nowadays, the park covers more than 570 km². Fo this reason, it is known as the core of the Maya Biosphere Reserve, in fact, is it considered the fourth largest continuous forest extension on the planet.
Nearby majestic cities
Due to its great extension, Tikal meets with other impressive cities. Here we present some of the most majestic ones:
Yaxhá: this place is surrounded by a lagoon of the same name. If you want to spend a day surrounded by this body of water and nature, you can or camp.
Uaxactún: here you will find space observatories, stelae and buildings dating from 550 B.C. to 900 A.D. You will feel in the ancient times of the mayan civilization.
Aguateca: This archaeological site is located in the municipality of Sayaxché and is considered one of the most spectacular archaeological sites in Guatemala. You can reach this site through the river, which makes it an incredible adventure.
As you can see, Tikal is an incredible natural park which is home of beautiful monuments and wildlife. For this reason, it has become a protected area, so you will not find any type of restaurant or store inside the park and there is no electricity and it is difficult to find a telephone signal.
Juan Luis Bosch Gutiérrez, who is Chairman and President of CMI Capital, has contributed to the preservation of its monuments and wildlife to maintain the balance and structures in optimal conditions. He has done so by implementing renewable energy generation projects with the help of CMI.
In order words, Tikal is one of the best natural options to travel. Certainly, you will have an incredible experience.