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Guatemala Highlands · Textile & Weaving Traditions

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Guatemala Highlands · Textile & Weaving Traditions

**Unique Factor:** Village-specific patterns, backstrap loom mastery, traje (traditional dress) **Key Towns:** Chichicastenango (market), San Juan La Laguna (natural dyes), Todos Santos (pants) **Techniques:** Backstrap loom, brocade, ikat (jaspe), embroidery **Experiences:** Market days, cooperative visits, weaving lessons, Maya ceremonies **Best Season:** November-April (dry season) **Additional Info:** Growing textile tourism infrastructure, daily costs $40-150, workshops $25-80, huipil prices $50-1,500, with emphasis on cultural respect for sacred patterns.

Destination Overview

**Unique Factor:** Village-specific patterns, backstrap loom mastery, traje (traditional dress) **Key Towns:** Chichicastenango (market), San Juan La Laguna (natural dyes), Todos Santos (pants) **Techniques:** Backstrap loom, brocade, ikat (jaspe), embroidery **Experiences:** Market days, cooperative visits, weaving lessons, Maya ceremonies **Best Season:** November-April (dry season) **Additional Info:** Growing textile tourism infrastructure, daily costs $40-150, workshops $25-80, huipil prices $50-1,500, with emphasis on cultural respect for sacred patterns.

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Best season
Winter
Difficulty
7
Region
Guatemala, Central Highlands

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