Lago Atitlan
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Introduction
Lago Atitlan is a volcanic lake located in the Guatemalan highlands at an altitude of about 1560 metres. The lake is beautifully set, surrounded by mountains and volcanoes. There are many small villages around the lake, most of them only accessible be boat. Lake Atitlan is one of the most established stops on the backpacker route from Mexico through Guatemala, and also a popular weekend get-away for travellers living in Antigua studying Spanish.
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| Property | Address | Type | Popularity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel Islaverde | Santa Cruz La Laguna, Lake Atitlan | Hotel | 94 |
| La Iguana Perdida | Lake Atitlan | Hostel | 89 |
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