Santa Cruz, Guatemala Lakeside Settlement

Santa Cruz, Guatemala, a lakeside settlement on Lake Atitlán, with buildings cascading down hillsides towards the water.
Santa Cruz, Guatemala, is a settlement nestled on the shores of Lake Atitlán, a caldera lake surrounded by volcanic mountains. The town's location on the lake makes it a hub for transportation and tourism, with boats serving as a primary mode of travel between lakeside communities. The steep terrain dictates the settlement's architecture, with buildings cascading down the hillsides towards the water. The area is known for its natural beauty and cultural significance, attracting visitors interested in the region's indigenous heritage and volcanic landscapes.
Photo taken in March 2020.
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Footpaths, docks, stairways and tuk-tuks around Santa Cruz La Laguna and neighboring Lake Atitlán villages
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