Panajachel: Life on Lake Atitlan (Video)

Fernando Reyes Palencia
Panajachel is one of Lake Atitlan’s busiest and most built-up lakeside settlements.
Known for its market, where the Maya from surrounding villages come to sell their handicrafts to tourists, Panajachel is a melting pot of locals and visitors, both of which are drawn to the stunning shores of Lake Atitlan.
Have you been to Panajachel yourself? We welcome your comments below about your trip to Lake Atitlan and Panajachel.
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Great videos which show the town and its multiple aspect.. A lot of new restaurant and hanging places and a booming retiring town.. the easiest to settle around the lake because of easy access, services…
Pana was a wonderful day we passed wishing we had spent more time there. But then there is so much in Guate, that we left our hearts in Pana and went back to San Pedro de laguna.