Path to Lake Atitlan, San Marcos, Guatemala

A dirt path with stone steps leads along the shore of Lake Atitlan near San Marcos, Guatemala, with a dugout canoe on the water and volcanoes in the distance.
A dirt path with stone steps winds along the rocky shore of Lake Atitlan, near San Marcos, Guatemala. A lone figure paddles a dugout canoe across the deep blue water, with the hazy outline of volcanoes visible in the distance under a partly cloudy sky. A wooden bench offers a resting spot overlooking the lake. Lake Atitlan is a large freshwater lake in the Guatemalan Highlands, formed by a massive volcanic eruption. The surrounding area is known for its indigenous Mayan communities and the dramatic volcanic landscape, making it a popular destination for tourism and local travel. The path likely serves as a route for accessing the lake or connecting different points along its shore.
Photo taken in March 2020.
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