There are few regions in the world that boast as much extraordinary beauty as Central America. The best way to experience it, of course, is to travel there!
But if you can't visit anytime soon, sit back with a cafe con leche, and have a look at some of our favorite Central America photo galleries. They're the next best thing to a Central America vacation.
Photo galleries for every country in Central America: Belize, Costa Rica, Panama, Honduras, Nicaragua, El Salvador, and Guatemala. If you're still deciding which country to visit, your first stop should be here.
Lake Atitlan stole my heart, and these images from my travels there will surely show you why I'm not the only one. Famously hailed by
Brave New World author Aldous Huxley as "the most beautiful lake in the world", Atitlan has inspired generations of Westerners to settle on its banks, among the villages primarily populated by indigenous Mayans. Take a look, and perhaps you'll agree that Atitlan might be the closest thing to paradise.
Located in Honduras's far western region, the Mayan ruins of Copan are one of the world's most breathtaking archeological sites. Set in a rich jungle populated by vibrant macaws, Copan is a captivating place to visit. Take a trip now with these images courtesy of Bob Klingenberg.
Although inarguably as beautiful as other popular Caribbean islands in the region like Cozumel and Roatan, Big Corn Island’s population is mainly local, and many of their beaches remain unspoiled. These beautiful photos of Big Corn Island are by resident PADI Dive Instructor James Foley, of
Nautilus Dive Center.Belize's official language is English. However, many of its people speak Garifuna, Spanish, and Creole (spelled "Kriol" in Belize) dialects. The result is often mishmash of words and phrases that are often humorous, and always fascinating. Here are some images of Belizean signs and storefronts, most courtesy of Tracy Motz.
Even the most squeamish will be pleasantly surprised at the beauty of these jungle insects and arachnids. All photos are taken by the talented and well-traveled Arthur Anker.
Located in the northern Guatemala region of El Peten, the ancient Maya ruin of Tikal is the most visited destination in Guatemala. There's no denying the power of the place. Just take a look at these Tikal pictures, taken by a variety of photographers.
A selection of photos from my Central American travels featuring the area's natural splendor, from Costa Rican cloudforests to Belizean beaches. You'll see why I keep going back!
