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Chichicastenango, a colorful and cultural city
Blog: Nono in Guatemala - 11 December 2009
Chichicastenango is a small town at an altitude of 2070 meters in the department of Quiche. Ninety three percent of the population speak K’iche as their first language. Only three hours from Guatemala City, it’s one of the first destinations visited by tourists for its colorful market. The chichicaste
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Chichicastenango – Guatemala’s Largest Market
Blog: Brilliant Tips Travel Blog - 28 October 2009
Chichicastenango (Chi Chi) is a small Mayan town in the western highlands of Guatemala which is famous for its traditional market. Market days are Thursday and Sunday and, each week, the colorful scene attracts both locals and international tourists. One of the most striking sights in Chichicastenango is the myriad of colors present in the multiple styles of traditional native dress of the local woman from all over Guatemala. Those knowledgeable about the textiles can tell where the wearers are from as many of the costumes are village or group ...
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