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\"Panajachel,<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
\"Panajachel,<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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\"Panajachel,<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
\"Panajachel,<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Panajachel<\/strong>, also known as Pana, is a charming city located on the shores of Lake Atitl\u00e1n, in the department of\u00a0Solol\u00e1<\/strong>. The atmosphere is impressive for its beauty, and the people who are very cordial. Because of its climate and tranquility, it makes it a perfect place to relax. It offers natural reserves, diversity of restaurants, nightlife, craft market and Spanish schools.<\/h4><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Panajachel offers a spectacular view of the\u00a0San Pedro, Tolim\u00e1n and Atitl\u00e1n volcanoes<\/strong>. It is a starting point, by boat, to visit the different municipalities of Santiago Atitl\u00e1n, San Lucas Tolim\u00e1n, San Antonio Palop\u00f3, Santa Catarina Palop\u00f3, and San Pedro La Laguna, among others. Many of the inhabitants of these towns are descendants of the\u00a0Cakchiquel and Tzutuhil<\/strong>\u00a0groups.<\/p>\n

Santander Street<\/strong>\u00a0is among other points of interest in Panajachel. The street has become a point of reference where you can find a variety of handicrafts, restaurants, hotels, and other services that make the destination a pleasant experience. You cannot miss the Church of San Francisco, which shows the richness of the imagery; the local market, where villagers sell their agricultural products; and the museums and nature reserves.<\/p>\n

The main and best-known route goes through the capital of Solol\u00e1, located 140 kilometers from the capital city of Guatemala.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

GEOPOSITION<\/span><\/h2><\/div>