On the south side rise three huge volcanos, Atitlan, San Pedro and Toliman. Toliman and Atitlan are still active but haven't erupted in recent memory.
We left Panajachel and headed around the lake to Atitlan Santiago. Atitlan Santiago is a much less touristy town. Most of the ladies and some of the men still wear the traditional garland go about life in much the same way their parents and grandparents did. Unfortunately, that way of life seems to be coming to an end.
Our destination was a Pasada on the far side of town, we drove the windy roads thru town, asking directions as we went. Everyone was very helpful but we still got turn around. Finally we asked a tuktuk (small 3 wheel taxi)driver to show us the way.
Posada de Santiago has been in existence for about 20 years and has been lovingly looked after ever since. The property rises up a hill from the lake and has stone cabanas of various sizes, scattered around. Each with private baths and fireplaces, bliss!
We spent two days there, relaxing by the pool and enjoying the natural beauty surrounding us. Many thanks to my friend, Sarah Gammage, for recommending it to us!
Yesterday we packed up and headed out, more on that later. It's time to get off my butt and explore Antigua!
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Location:Guatemala
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