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Department of Guatemala that is part of the Mayan World, it is one of the most visited destinations because of its archeological ruins that date from the Classic Mayan period. It is one of the most traditional and representative of the whole country. Petén is the department with the largest territorial extension and with one of the most important natural reserves, The Mayan Biosphere Reserve. It is located in the northern part of the country.
When we hear about Petén, the first thing that comes to our mind are the majestic ruins of Tikal and its beautiful Island of Flores. Never the less, there are other important archeological sites, such as: Yaxhá, Uaxactún, Ceibal, Mirador, Aguateca y Dos Pilas.
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By car: You must go through Ruta al Atlántico, along Roadway CA-9. When you reach a town called “La Ruidosa”, you will find a road that goes to Ciudad Flores, turn to Roadway CA13. Estimated time from Ciudad Guatemala: 7 hours. Distance: 507 Km.
By plane: There are many direct flights to the International Mundo Maya Airport of Flores (FRS), every day. You may contact the following airlines:
www.taca.com
www.tag.com.gt
By bus: You may take the following buses that go from Ciudad Guatemala to Flores, contacting the following businesses:
www.adnautobusesdelnorte.com
www.enjoyguatemala.com/transfers/lineadorada.php
* Visit to the archeological sites.
* Boat rides by lake Petén Itzá.
* Enjoy the local food and the peacefulness of the lake.
* Do Canopy
* Buy local handcrafts.
* Tours by helicopter.
*For those that are more adventurous ask for the tours al Mirador, through the jungle.
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* Tikal has pyramids, temples, observatories, places and ball games within 220 Square miles of natural reserve.
* The land that is today Tikal National Park was habited by the first Mayas around the year 600 A.C.
* Flores is an island and it is the main city in the department of Petén.
* The climate of Petén is in average warm and template, with lots of humidity.
* Petén is the third tourist destination most visited after Ciudad Guatemala and Antigua Guatemala.
* The Mayan Biosphere Reserve has an extension of 21,000 Square kilometers and is part of the network of national biosphere reserves of UNESCO.
The Tourism Business Center is located in calle 15 de Septiembre, in the Island of Flores and they will gladly give you more information.
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