Lago Atitlan, Guatemala, March 2012. A maya woman poses for money in the tourist town of Santiago Atitlan.  Laguna de Atitlán, Lake Atitlan, is a beautiful volcanic lake in the Western Highlands of Guatemala. It is ringed by small towns, many of which are favourites among backpackers. The region encompasses the lake and the towns around them. Panajachel is best known, and a good entry point Guatemala is a great country to experiencce the Mayan lifestyle and see the ruins of ancient cultures. Photo by Frits Meyst/Adventure4ever.com
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